Dynamic bartender with extensive experience, ten years in the military, eight years of bartending, and twenty years of customer service and management experience. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through exceptional interpersonal skills and high-volume bartending expertise. Recognized for boosting event participation and maintaining optimal inventory levels, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere for patrons.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Swigzz Restaurant and Lounge
Stockbridge, GA
08.2023 - 02.2025
Conveyed broad cocktail knowledge and mixed complex drinks consistently and in a timely manner in a high-volume environment.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels, and meet expected customer demands.
Shift lead, team player, provided assistance anywhere needed outside of behind the bar.
Including bottle service, waitressing, and making hookahs.
Ensured the bar was stocked with glasses, drink mixes, liquors, and beer.
Participated in themed events, boosting the energy and providing an unforgettable experience for the customers.
Displayed excellent client relations by anticipating needs, memorizing regular guests' drinks, establishing rapport, and professionally catering to the guests' wants and needs.
Checked identification for proof of age, and refused alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
Bartender
ZaZa Bar & Lounge
Atlanta, GA
02.2021 - 02.2022
Monitored guests for intoxication, and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
Skillfully promoted, upsold, and made items on a cocktail, bottle, and hookah menu.
Quickly recorded transactions in the POS system.
Ensured that tables were stocked with glasses, drink mixes, and garnishes.
Consistently provided friendly and upbeat service throughout the shift.
Checked identification for proof of age, and refused alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.
Human Resources Officer
United States Navy
Oceana, VA
01.2010 - 05.2019
Personnel Specialists (PS) maintained financial and service records of military personnel, providing and supervising customer service to active and reserve members, retirees and dependents
Prepared military personnel and pay transaction documents utilizing current Automatic Data Processing (ADP) systems
Processed and reviewed, and audited documents affecting military pay entitlements and deductions and perform related computations