Ashley McGee
Manhattan,NY
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Wicked Willy's
Manhattan, New York
12.2023 - Current
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain adequate levels of necessary supplies.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Server
Sidewalk Cafe
Venice, CA
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to efficiently prepare for and serve customers.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
Hostess
Blu Jam Cafe
Hollywood, CA
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
- Supported serving staff, food runners and bussers to keep dining room presentable and ready for guests.
- Developed long-term relationships with customers to increase opportunities for repeat business.
- Tracked seated guests and available seating using computer-based and mobile reservation software.
Fashion Designer & Store Manager
Fox That
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with photographers and stylists to showcase brands and merchandising standards.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Constructed and styled garments by hand and by machines.
Assistant
LA Relaxed
Los Angeles, CA
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Used scheduling software to delegate resources and manage calendars.
- Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
- Stocked inventory and ordered office and kitchen supplies.
- Served as contact person and source of information to maintain good communication with clients.
Covid Relief
Costco
Issaquah, WA
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Tested applicants with oral, written or practical tests, depending on licensing requirements.
- Enforced regulatory policies and procedures across different teams and programs.
- Stepped up to a variety of tasks at a time when the organization was facing an extreme amount of pressure due to the start of the Covid-19 outbreak
Bartender
Stubblefields
Pullman, W.A.
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Opened and closed bar handling the cash registers up to 25k in sales a night
- Customer Service and crowd control for full capacity for 2 floor club
- Fast pace delivery of cocktails and mixed drinks to 300+ customers a night
- Event Coordinating for private and themed events 3x a month
Server
Sellas
Pullman, WA
04.2017 - 08.2018
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
Scuba Diving Instructor
Silent World Diving Systems
Bellevue, WA
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Carried out balanced program of instruction and work time to give students optimal learning experiences.
- Achieved targets and prevented injuries by maintaining high level of composure in stressful situations and during intense dives.
- Assessed diving equipment ahead of scheduled dives to verify proper functionality.
Education
Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Design
Washington State University
Skills
- Upselling bottles / tables
- Teamwork, fun and helpful to be around
- Multi-tasking
- Excel in fast, high-pressure environments
- Customer service
- I always bring an energetic entertaining, and genuine attitude
- Organizational Skills
- Data Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Wicked Willy's
12.2023 - Current
Server
Sidewalk Cafe
04.2023 - 12.2023
Hostess
Blu Jam Cafe
01.2023 - 07.2023
Fashion Designer & Store Manager
Fox That
09.2021 - 04.2023
Assistant
LA Relaxed
12.2020 - 07.2021
Covid Relief
Costco
04.2020 - 10.2020
Bartender
Stubblefields
08.2018 - 03.2020
Server
Sellas
04.2017 - 08.2018
Scuba Diving Instructor
Silent World Diving Systems
05.2015 - 04.2017
Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Design
Washington State University