Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Ashley Huffman

Hitz Pizza & Sports Bar
Odessa
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience

Results-oriented professional with 15 years leading operations in fast-paced environments. Expertise in building client relationships, training teams, and resolving complex issues while managing multiple priorities. Eager to leverage skills in a corporate customer service or operations role with a focus on client engagement.

Work History

Lead Bartender

3 Years 7 Months
Hitz Pizza & Sports Bar | 11.2022 - 06.2026
  • Provided exceptional customer service in high-volume restaurant, enhancing guest satisfaction for hundreds each shift.
  • Managed bar operations, coordinating with servers and kitchen staff to streamline service flow.
  • Resolved customer concerns professionally, ensuring positive experiences in fast-paced scenarios.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.

Lead Server

2 Years 5 Months
Buttermilk Cafe | 09.2020 - 02.2023
  • Mentored new servers on guest relationships and quality service to enhance team performance.
  • Fostered connections to enhance customer loyalty resulting in repeated business.
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient workflow.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall dining experience satisfaction.

Bartender/Banquet Server

4 Years 9 Months
Half Day Brewing Company | 08.2016 - 05.2021
  • Managed bar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste through effective ordering practices.
  • 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.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.

Education

Esthetics (License)

Estelle Skin Care and Spa Institute | Skokie, IL | 10-2022

High school diploma

Antioch Comm High School | 01-2011

Skills

Computer skills
Mixology techniques
Cash handling
POS
Organizational skills
Serving Experience
Customer service
Communication skills
Cocktail experience
Time management
Adaptability
Sales
Food safety

Certification

  • Cicerone Certified Beer Server
  • Food Handler
  • Illinois basset certification

Timeline

Lead Bartender

Hitz Pizza & Sports Bar
11.2022 - 06.2026Read More

Lead Server

Buttermilk Cafe
09.2020 - 02.2023Read More

Bartender/Banquet Server

Half Day Brewing Company
08.2016 - 05.2021Read More

Antioch Comm High School

High school diploma
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Estelle Skin Care and Spa Institute

Esthetics (License)
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Ashley Huffman