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Ashley King

Plainville,CT

Summary

Dynamic bar management professional with a proven track record at Mezzo Bar and Grille, Johnny B's and and the pleathora of nostalgics behind and infront of me I've gained my following over the past 19 years of mixing and serving. Adept in mixology expertise and exceptional customer relationship building. Spearheaded staff training initiatives, enhancing team efficiency by 30%. Renowned for a collaborative spirit and innovative event coordination, excelling in both team leadership and independent project management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Bar Manager

Mezzo Bar and Grille
  • Maintained saintation, detail orieted ,time management skills used,high-quality customerf service ,ability to multi-task, team player but know how to deliver the same quality ,and efficiency working independently.



  • Trained new bartenders on all aspects of the job, including drink preparation, customer relationship building, and selling techniques.
  • Mixed and served alcoholic beverages based on client requests and recommended the best drinks/house specials to new customers.
  • Handled payments, punched orders, and provided change to customers as necessary.
  • Conducted monthly inventories to ensure sufficient supply of liquor, cups, and other bar essentials.
  • Also ,was in charge of the weekly staffing schedule. And monthly events schedule large and small . Collaboration with other eve ta coordinators and individuals within the Industry
  • Engaged in casual conversations and jokes with patrons to foster rapport and encourage repeat business.
  • Ran various seasonal specialty cockatails and , drinks, and shots as well , as weekly specialty cocktails for our happy hours and shots. ENGAGED in the casinos and other surrounding cocktails contests for fun, and often guess bartender at peers spots to get our newest drink out there and network.

Bartender

RUSSIAN LADY / Rocking Horse
06.2014 - 12.2024
  • Maintained saintation, detail orieted ,time management skills used,high-quality customerf service ,ability to multi-task, team player but know how to deliver the same quality ,and efficiency working independently
  • Trained new bartenders on all aspects of the job, including drink preparation, customer relationship building, and selling techniques.
  • Mixed and served alcoholic beverages based on client requests and recommended the best drinks/house specials to new customers.
  • Handled payments, punched orders, and provided change to customers as necessary.

Conducted monthly inventories to ensure sufficient supply of liquor, cups, and other bar essentials.

  • Also ,was in charge of the weekly staffing schedule. And monthly events schedule large and small . Collaboration with other eve ta coordinators and individuals within the Industry
  • Engaged in casual conversations and jokes with patrons to foster rapport and encourage repeat business.
  • Ran various seasonal specialty cockatails and , drinks, and shots as well , as weekly specialty cocktails for our happy hours and shots.
  • ENGAGED in the casinos and other surrounding cocktails contests for fun, and often guess bartender at peers spots to get our newest drink out there and network.

Head Bartender / Server

Johnny B's Roadside Saloon
04.2022 - 02.2024
  • Maintained saintation, detail orieted ,time management skills used,high-quality customerf service ,ability to multi-task, team player but know how to deliver the same quality ,and efficiency working independently.


  • Trained new bartenders on all aspects of the job, including drink preparation, customer relationship building, and selling techniques.
  • Mixed and served alcoholic beverages based on client requests and recommended the best drinks/house specials to new customers.
  • Handled payments, punched orders, and provided change to customers as necessary.
  • Conducted monthly inventories to ensure sufficient supply of liquor, cups, and other bar essentials.
  • Engaged in casual conversations and jokes with patrons to foster rapport and encourage repeat business.

Education

MASTERS In Science - SOCIAL WORK

Fordham University
The Bronx, NY
12.2026

BACHELOR IN SCIENCE ( CUM LAUDE) - SOCIAL WORK

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
05.2020

ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - Pre- Nursing

Goodwin University
EAST Hartford CT
05.2018

Skills

  • Health and safety
  • Training staff
  • Product presentation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • POS System Operation
  • Menu development
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Sales Promotion
  • Customer Relationship Building
  • Team Leadership
  • Guest Interaction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Customer Relations
  • Training and mentoring
  • Supervisory Experience
  • Organizational ability
  • Menu Updating
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Training
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Inventory Control
  • Issue Resolution
  • Inventory Management
  • Wine and liquor knowledge
  • Marketing Plan Development
  • Performance monitoring
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Mixology expertise
  • Supply Ordering
  • Legal Compliance
  • Bar Management
  • Cost Control
  • Foodservice management
  • Event Coordination
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Budget Development
  • Restaurant Management
  • Dining room management
  • ABC standards
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Money Handling
  • Decision-Making
  • Cash Handling
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Preparation
  • Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Scheduling Staff
  • Employee Supervision
  • Delegating Assignments and Tasks
  • Team building
  • Task Prioritization
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Supply Ordering and Management
  • Sanitation Standards
  • Self Motivation
  • Infection Control
  • Health and Safety Regulations
  • Monitoring Food Preparation
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • TIPS Certified

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Head Bartender / Server

Johnny B's Roadside Saloon
04.2022 - 02.2024

Bartender

RUSSIAN LADY / Rocking Horse
06.2014 - 12.2024

Assistant Bar Manager

Mezzo Bar and Grille

MASTERS In Science - SOCIAL WORK

Fordham University

BACHELOR IN SCIENCE ( CUM LAUDE) - SOCIAL WORK

Southern Connecticut State University

ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - Pre- Nursing

Goodwin University
Ashley King