Adept at expert mixology and exceptional customer service, I significantly enhanced beverage sales and customer satisfaction at TD's Sports Bar and Comedy Club. Leveraging skills in wine and liquor knowledge and social media marketing, I trained teams, designed seasonal menus, and crafted innovative cocktails, fostering a memorable and efficient service environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Lead Bartender
TD's Sports Bar and Comedy Club
09.2024 - Current
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
Coordinated with event planners to design custom drink menus for private parties, ensuring a memorable experience tailored to the clients'' preferences.
Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between the business and its clientele.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and crafting high-quality beverages.
Increased sales with innovative cocktail creations and upselling techniques, leading to improved overall revenue.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender
The Dog House Tavern
11.2019 - 01.2020
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Bartender
Aj Mcmurphys
10.2018 - 10.2019
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Server/Bartender
RuckerJohns
02.2016 - 09.2018
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Education
Associates in General Education - General Education
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC
05.2001 -
No Degree - Cosmetology
Mitchell's Hairstyling Academy
Greenville, NC
05.2001 -
Skills
Expert Mixology
Accomplishments
Improved team productivity with morale-boosting incentives.
Affiliations
Toastmasters
Additional Information
Tanning bed operator certification
Carolina boating license
RASP
ServSafe
Certification
[Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Interests
Exercise
Traveling
Creative activities
Danciing
Soccer
Gardening
Timeline
Lead Bartender
TD's Sports Bar and Comedy Club
09.2024 - Current
Bartender
The Dog House Tavern
11.2019 - 01.2020
Bartender
Aj Mcmurphys
10.2018 - 10.2019
Server/Bartender
RuckerJohns
02.2016 - 09.2018
Associates in General Education - General Education