Ashley Jackson
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dedicated bartender with 20+ years of experience in high-volume casual dining. Prioritizes customer service and food safety. Expert mixologist exceeding expectations. Seeking full-time position to utilize interpersonal skills, time management, and problem-solving abilities. Results-oriented individual passionate about continuous improvement and academic excellence. Solid leadership skills in research, problem-solving, communication, and time management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Arts & Business Management Student
Auguste Escoffier School Of Culinary Arts
01.2025 - Current
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
- Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.
Bartender
Mellow Mushroom
10.2020 - 12.2024
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Bartender
Score Board Bar And Grill
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
- Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
Receptionist & Event Bartender
Fathers And Mothers Who Care
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Bartender
Secret Restaurant And Hookah Lounge
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
- Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
Bartender Manager
Fast Eddie's Billiards
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
- Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
- Trained Number new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
- Established rules for ejecting problem customers from bar to reduce liability and maintain pleasant environment.
Bartender/Server
Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Operated efficiently in high-volume setting to prepare and serve more than 100 drinks per hour.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Server/Bartender
Honky Tonk Central
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Operated efficiently in high-volume setting to prepare and serve more than 100 drinks per hour.
Server/Bartender
Limelight
05.2010 - 10.2012
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Art & Business Management
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Denver, CO04-2026
GED/ Highschool Diploma -
Glencliff High School
Nashville, TN05.2000
Skills
- ABC Regulations
- Fast learner
- Positive attitude
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Culinary Arts & Business Management Student
Auguste Escoffier School Of Culinary Arts
01.2025 - Current
Bartender
Mellow Mushroom
10.2020 - 12.2024
Bartender
Score Board Bar And Grill
02.2020 - 08.2020
Bartender
Secret Restaurant And Hookah Lounge
06.2018 - 10.2019
Receptionist & Event Bartender
Fathers And Mothers Who Care
03.2018 - 11.2019
Bartender Manager
Fast Eddie's Billiards
08.2016 - 03.2018
Bartender/Server
Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
07.2015 - 08.2016
Server/Bartender
Honky Tonk Central
02.2012 - 08.2016
Server/Bartender
Limelight
05.2010 - 10.2012
Associate of Arts - Culinary Art & Business Management
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
GED/ Highschool Diploma -
Glencliff High School
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