Austin Friesner
Bayfield,CO
Summary
Personable Bartender with 15 years of experience working in high traffic venues. Collaborative leader, establishing functional teams through relationship-building and thoughtful delegation. Proficient teacher, coaching staff to maintain service standards and anticipate customer needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Whiskey Star Smokehouse
Breckenridge, CO
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- While stocking over 300 different spirits, had to maintain a wide knowledge of defining characteristics of the large selection.
Bartender /Server /Events Manager
Blue Stag Saloon
Breckenridge, CO
10.2016 - 04.2021
- Worked with musicians to book live music in order to generate revenue for the company.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Server/Bartender
The Crazy Crab
Hilton Head Island, SC
04.2015 - 10.2017
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Server/Head Food Runner
Skull Creek Boathouse
Hilton Head Island, SC
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Learned how to work in a fast pace environment while still ensuring the customer has an enjoyable experience.
Kitchen Worker/Server
Pizza Crossing
Lancaster, OH
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Eastland Fairfield Career And Technical Schools
Groveport, OH03.2013
High School Diploma -
Amanda Clear-Creek High School
Amanda, OH05.2013
Skills
- Cocktail Service
- Handling Difficult Customers
- High-Volume Environments
- Drink Consistency
- Good Conversationalist
- Cash Handling and Management
- Menu Memorization
References
Dan Johnson- 720-670-9997 - Manager Blue Stag
Laurel Senay-970-368-0990 - Bar Manager Blue Stag / Whiskey Star
Jason Payne-970-343-0138 - Owner Manager Blue Stag / Whiskey Star
Danny Parez- 954-552-1847 - Manager Blue Stag / Whiskey Star
Timeline
Bartender
Whiskey Star Smokehouse
08.2020 - 10.2022
Bartender /Server /Events Manager
Blue Stag Saloon
10.2016 - 04.2021
Server/Bartender
The Crazy Crab
04.2015 - 10.2017
Server/Head Food Runner
Skull Creek Boathouse
08.2013 - 05.2015
Kitchen Worker/Server
Pizza Crossing
06.2011 - 06.2013
Certificate of Completion - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)
Eastland Fairfield Career And Technical Schools
High School Diploma -
Amanda Clear-Creek High School
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