Ashli Buffkin
The Craft Bar - Destin
Destin,FL
11
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented hospitality professional with strong communication and organizational skills. Excels in managing multiple responsibilities in fast-paced environments while maintaining high service standards. Skilled problem-solver focused on process improvement and team support, contributing to a positive work environment and achieving company goals.
Work History
Bartender & Key Holder
6 Years 11 Months- Executed opening and closing duties, including printing sales reports and managing end-of-day closing deposits.
- Upsold menu items to customers, increasing per sale revenues and contributing to overall profit margins.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Cultivated relationships with repeat customers through friendly conversation and memorization of drink orders, enhancing customer loyalty.
Property Manager
1 Year- Managed all guest communications to ensure positive experiences and address inquiries or issues needing to be resolved promptly.
- Analyzed market trends to optimize pricing strategies, maximizing occupancy rates and revenue generation.
- Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication channels such as messaging, email, phone calls, or in-person meetings when necessary.
- Conducted regular inspections of both the interior and exterior of properties for damage.
Seasonal Bartender
7 Months- Maintained fully stocked bar with liquors, juices, and garnishes to ensure efficient drink service.
- Confirmed customer compliance with drinking age requirements by thorough review of photo identification.
- Executed regular cleaning and sanitization of bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration, and storage to uphold health standards.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
Leasing Agent
8 Months- Utilized Yardi to track financial transactions and manage rental applications for accurate record-keeping.
- Recruited new residents through targeted website advertising and strategic marketing initiatives to increase occupancy.
- Analyzed advertising effectiveness by researching market competition in local area to optimize marketing strategies.
- Toured property with prospective tenants and provided a wealth of information in regards to its key features.
Server & Bartender
2 Years 11 Months- Served food and beverages promptly, prioritizing customer satisfaction and needs.
- Created welcoming atmosphere for guests as first point of contact, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Executed opening, closing, and shift change duties to maintain restaurant operations and prepare teams for customer service.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Skills
Sales expertise
Customer service expertise
Conflict resolution
Strong multitasking
Customer relations
Multitasking
Highly reliable
Timeline
Property Manager
My Destin Beach Vacation
02.2025 - 02.2026Read More
Seasonal Bartender
Sandbar at Silver Shells Resort
03.2022 - 10.2022Read More
Bartender & Key Holder
The Craft Bar - Destin
09.2019 - CurrentRead More
Leasing Agent
The Preserve at Henderson Beach
08.2018 - 04.2019Read More
Server & Bartender
Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer
04.2015 - 03.2018Read More
Troy University
Associate of Science from General Studies
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