Reliable hospitality professional with a background in fast-paced service, shift supervision, and guest support. Strong in health and safety, ordering supplies, and maintaining accurate POS and cash procedures. Focused on efficient operations, team accountability, and consistent guest satisfaction.
Work History
Bartender Shift Manager
2 Years 9 Months
Stag's Tavern | 11.2023 - 08.2026
Managed shift assignments, balancing coverage across bartenders and support staff.
Supervised bar operations, ensuring smooth service and timely drink preparation.
Trained new staff on service standards, drink recipes, and closing procedures.
Maintained inventory levels, restocked supplies, and communicated ordering needs.
Enforced responsible service practices and upheld guest safety standards.
Developed strong relationships with regular patrons, fostering a sense of community within the establishment.
Coordinated opening and closing routines, maintaining organized and compliant bar operations.
Promoted a positive work atmosphere through clear communication, teamwork encouragement, and recognition of employee achievements.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Consistently maintained a clean and organized bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
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.
Improved customer satisfaction by delivering prompt and efficient service during busy shifts.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Front of House Shift Leader
3 Years
Pop's Custard | 01.2021 - 01.2024
Led front-of-house shifts, coordinating team coverage and maintaining smooth customer flow during peak service.
Resolved customer concerns quickly, preserving service quality and supporting positive guest experiences.
Trained new team members on POS procedures, guest service standards, and order accuracy expectations.
Monitored product presentation, ensuring display cases stayed stocked, clean, and visually appealing throughout service.
Managed opening and closing tasks, including cash handling, station setup, and end-of-shift cleanup.
Communicated shift priorities to staff, improving coordination between counter, prep, and service stations.