ASHLEIGH HIGGINS
Flat Rock,MI
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Accounting position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Fiorelli's Restaurant Collection
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Trained multiple new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Collaborated with banquet staff to ensure seamless event execution, resulting in increased client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up glassware, liquor, and other necessary supplies for special events.
- Contributed to successful events by setting up mobile bars in various locations according to event specifications.
Server
Hungarian Rhapsody
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
Bartender
Old Chicago Pizza
06.2017 - 10.2021
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
Bartender
Bierkeller Tavern & Eatery
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers for sales and lottery, and taking inventory.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Server/Hostess/Bartender
Old Chicago Pizza
05.2006 - 09.2014
- My daily tasks were greeting and seating patrons, taking food/ beverage orders, mixing drinks, pouring beer
- Bar set up and break down
- Also, checking patrons Id's, and handling customer complaints or concerns if necessary
Cashier/Food preparation
Jets pizza
10.2003 - 04.2012
- Food preparation, answering phones, customer service, operating cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Moved my way up to be trained on all positions- phones, cashier, food preparation, organizing customer carryout, driving, and part time management.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Server
Olive Garden
07.2009 - 05.2011
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- 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.
Server/Cashier
Bob Evans
05.2005 - 05.2011
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Education
No Degree - Masters in Business Admin.- Minor in Accounting
University of Michigan, Dearborn
Dearborn, MI05-2026
Business Accounting
Henry Ford College
05-2023
Graduate Certificate - Culinary Arts
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI12-2022
High School Diploma - General Education courses and Horticulture
Flat Rock Community
Flat Rock, MI06-2006
Skills
- Clear and effective communication
- Patience and Tolerance
- Math and computer skills
- Able to work independently or as a team
- Team player attitude
- Self-disciplined and Self-motivated
- Positive attitude, friendly and enthusiastic
- Exceptionally organized
- Complex Problem-solving skills
- Basic accounting
- Strong multitasking
- Highly reliable
Timeline
Bartender
Fiorelli's Restaurant Collection
11.2022 - 10.2024
Server
Hungarian Rhapsody
11.2021 - 10.2022
Bartender
Old Chicago Pizza
06.2017 - 10.2021
Bartender
Bierkeller Tavern & Eatery
09.2014 - 06.2017
Server
Olive Garden
07.2009 - 05.2011
Server/Hostess/Bartender
Old Chicago Pizza
05.2006 - 09.2014
Server/Cashier
Bob Evans
05.2005 - 05.2011
Cashier/Food preparation
Jets pizza
10.2003 - 04.2012
No Degree - Masters in Business Admin.- Minor in Accounting
University of Michigan, Dearborn
Business Accounting
Henry Ford College
Graduate Certificate - Culinary Arts
Henry Ford College
High School Diploma - General Education courses and Horticulture
Flat Rock Community
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