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August Taylor
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Hardworking bartender committed to upholding highest standards of customer service. Well-versed in mixing and creating new cocktails with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Capable bartender that is passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments with high volume. Strong history of exceptional service in bar establishments.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Virgin HotelsNew Orleans, LA
Bartender
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Uphold strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Always keeps bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Consistently prepares drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Tracked bar stock levels and low materials to prevent shortages.
- Always keep bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Consistently handle customer, team, and business needs daily while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors while servicing hundreds of hotels guest weekly.
- Accurately performs opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, set up for incoming shift, and prepared cash drawers.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings. Also developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Selina CatahoulaNew Orleans, LA
Bartender
02.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Uphold strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Education
Dillard UniversityNew Orleans, LA
No Degree from Marketing
08.2024
Skills
- Maintaining Clean Bar
- Reconciling Cash Drawers
- Cocktail Service
- Identification Verification
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Banquet Events
- Organizational Abilities
- Anticipating Guest Needs
- Very Good Perception
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- High-Volume Environments
- Guest Satisfaction
- Creative Mixology , Craft Cocktail Preparation
- Classic Cocktails
- Engaging Customers
- Recipe and Menu Memorization
- Marketing and Sales
- Stamina and Endurance
Timeline
Bartender
Virgin Hotels
07.2021 - Current
Bartender
Selina Catahoula
02.2020 - Current
Dillard University
No Degree from Marketing