Ashley Aldrich
Biddeford,ME
Summary
Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus. Customer-oriented Bartender offering 8-year background preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Friendly and upbeat individual possessing outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
The Pier Hurricanes
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
04.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
General Manager
Cowbell Burger Bar
Biddeford, ME
04.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
Bartender
Cowbell Burger Bar
Biddeford, ME
04.2020 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
Bar Manager
The Martini Bar
Biddeford , Maine
04.2020 - Current
- Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
- Reviewed monthly sales reports to identify areas of improvement and growth opportunities.
- Ordered and maintained an adequate supply of alcoholic beverages, glassware, garnishes, ice, napkins, straws and other items needed for drinks.
Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
South Portland , Maine
08.2013 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
Server
Red Robin
Manchester, CT
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Supervisor/Retail
Baggott Family Farms
East Windsor , Connecticut
04.2009 - 08.2014
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience/ Medical Biology
The University of New England
Biddeford, ME05-2018
Some College (No Degree) - Respiratory Therapy
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, MESkills
- Payment Processing
- Beverage Preparation
- Health codes compliance
- Basic accounting
Affiliations
- Cooking
- Reading
- Working out at the gym
- Creating meal plans for friends
- Volunteering
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Swahili
Limited
Timeline
Bartender
The Pier Hurricanes
04.2023 - Current
General Manager
Cowbell Burger Bar
04.2020 - Current
Bartender
Cowbell Burger Bar
04.2020 - Current
Bar Manager
The Martini Bar
04.2020 - Current
Server
Red Robin
05.2017 - 08.2017
Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2013 - 03.2020
Supervisor/Retail
Baggott Family Farms
04.2009 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience/ Medical Biology
The University of New England
Some College (No Degree) - Respiratory Therapy
Southern Maine Community College