Amber Farish
North Richland Hills,TX
Summary
Dynamic bartender with extensive experience at Corn and Rye Spirits, excelling in cocktail preparation and customer relationship building. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining high cleanliness standards and exceptional service. Recognized for adaptability and effective multitasking, ensuring memorable guest experiences at events. TIPS certified and committed to responsible service. Skilled bartender with background in crafting classic and innovative cocktails, managing bar operations, and delivering exceptional customer service. Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of cleanliness and organization while multitasking in fast-paced environments. Strong interpersonal skills ensure memorable guest experiences and foster repeat business. Successfully increased bar revenue through effective upselling techniques and efficient inventory management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Bartender
Corn and Rye spirits
Euless, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages for events.
- Collaborated with event coordinators to ensure seamless service during functions.
- Participated in team meetings to align on service goals and event planning.
- Adapted quickly to changing event dynamics, providing excellent service under pressure.
- Provided support during special events, including setup and breakdown of bar areas.
- Assisted with setup and breakdown of events, including moving tables and chairs and setting up decorations.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking skills by efficiently managing multiple requests at once.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Bartender
aloft hotel
Corpus Christi, TX
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Open and close bar daily.
- Serve customers and build relationships with guests so that they want to come back to stay again
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Bartender
American Bank Center
Corpus Christi, TX
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Prepare and serve drinks for events ranging from banquets to concerts
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages according to established recipes.
- Supported event operations by providing drink services for banquets and special occasions.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
Bartender
Salty dolphin bar
Corpus Christi, TX
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Assist with cart rentals
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages according to established recipes.
- Engaged with guests to create a friendly atmosphere and enhance their overall experience.
Front of House Manager
R&j's bar and grill
Grapevine, TX
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Bartender
- Liquor orders
- Front of house schedule making
- Crafted unique cocktails and beverages to enhance guest satisfaction and drive repeat business.
- Maintained an organized bar inventory, ensuring timely reordering of supplies to meet customer demand.
- Trained new staff on beverage preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Engaged with guests to create a lively atmosphere and encourage customer loyalty.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to create drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain a positive dining experience.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Assisted in planning and executing themed events to attract new clientele.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Bartender
Wilhoits bar and restaurant
Grapevine, TX
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Bartender
- Server
- Customer care
- Problem Solver
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Engaged with guests to create a friendly atmosphere and enhance their overall experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service and seamless communication.
- Executed daily cash handling procedures to ensure accurate transactions and reporting.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon Warehouse
Fort Worth, TX
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Problem solving shipping issues
- Packing high demand shipping items
- Processed customer orders efficiently, ensuring accuracy and timely dispatch.
- Provided assistance to customers in locating products and resolving inquiries.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily performance goals.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked items to meet customer demand.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address shipping and delivery issues.
- Monitored service quality and suggested improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Utilized technology for tracking orders and managing customer interactions.
- Developed systems to ensure efficient customer service experience.
- Identified, diagnosed, and resolved complex customer service issues.
Professional Home Cleaner
Ingerson Home Improvements
North Richland Hills, Texas
02.2016 - 05.2019
- Performed thorough cleaning of residential spaces, ensuring high standards of cleanliness.
- Utilized effective cleaning techniques and products tailored to various surfaces and materials.
- Managed and organized cleaning schedules to maximize efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Executed deep cleaning tasks, including carpet and upholstery cleaning, with attention to detail.
- Adapted cleaning methods based on client feedback to enhance service delivery.
- Provided clients with advice on proper maintenance of their homes.
- Organized closets and cabinets according to client's preferences.
- Inspected finished work for quality assurance purposes.
- Monitored and reported any maintenance issues observed during cleaning visits.
- Cleaned light fixtures, ceiling fans, baseboards and other areas as needed.
- Cleaned and disinfected bathrooms, including showers, bathtubs, toilets, sinks, counters, floors and mirrors.
- Swept and mopped hard surface floors such as tile or wood.
- Dusted furniture, shelves and other surfaces in all rooms.
- Cleaned kitchen appliances like stoves, microwaves, refrigerators.
- Polished stainless steel fixtures in bathrooms or kitchens with appropriate products.
- Provided feedback to management regarding any issues encountered during job duties.
- Maintained a clean work environment by washing towels after each use.
- Vacuumed carpets and rugs throughout the home.
- Washed windowsills and window frames to remove dirt and dust.
- Sanitized countertops using appropriate cleaning supplies.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of trash properly.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
Education
High school diploma -
James Bowie High School
Arlington, TX05.2003
Skills
- Bartending
- Computer literacy
- Cash handling
- Food Service
- Food industry
- Cash register
- Sales
- Dietary aide experience
- POS
- Banquet Experience
- Leadership
- Google Suite
- Communication skills
- Food Safety
- Restaurant Experience
- Time management
- Customer service
- Upselling
- Computer skills
- Serving
- Serving Experience
- Food handling
- Cashiering
- Food Preparation
- Host/Hostess
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Event coordination
- Inventory management
- Cocktail preparation
- Point of sale
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability to change
- Cleanliness standards
- Professional appearance
- Technical bar equipment familiarity
- Flexible schedule availability
- Wine and beer expertise
- Menu development creativity
- Fast paced environment adaptability
- Strong communication skills
- Alcohol safety awareness
- Basic food pairing
- Stress management capacity
- Team player attitude
- Outstanding customer service
- Cash handling proficiency
- Inventory management expertise
- Time management mastery
- Special event experience
- Advanced cocktail knowledge
- Reliable and punctual
- Cleanliness and organization
- Professional service standards
- Efficient multitasking
- Reliability
- Customer satisfaction
- Bar equipment operation
- Staff training
- Tact and diplomacy
- Prepare cocktails
- TIPS certified
- Memory retention
- Task prioritization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Teamwork
- Team management
- Self motivation
- Issue resolution
- Fast learner
- Responsible Service
- Supply and inventory maintenance
- New cocktail creation
- Cocktail service
- Liquor law compliance
- Health and safety compliance
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- TABC Certification
Timeline
Event Bartender
Corn and Rye spirits
08.2025 - Current
Bartender
aloft hotel
11.2024 - 05.2025
Bartender
American Bank Center
10.2024 - 05.2025
Bartender
Salty dolphin bar
03.2024 - 10.2024
Front of House Manager
R&j's bar and grill
06.2021 - 12.2023
Bartender
Wilhoits bar and restaurant
01.2020 - 06.2021
Warehouse Worker
Amazon Warehouse
02.2019 - 01.2021
Professional Home Cleaner
Ingerson Home Improvements
02.2016 - 05.2019
High school diploma -
James Bowie High School