Bailee Stroup
VFW
Jersey Shore,PA
1
Language
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Hospitality Professional experienced in fast-paced bar operations. Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective multitasking, complex problem-solving, and responsible alcohol service. Fostered positive work environments while maintaining health standards and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
Work History
Bartender
11 Months- Crafted and served a variety of beverages, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Implemented safety protocols for handling food and beverages, maintaining compliance with health regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering a welcoming bar atmosphere conducive to repeat business.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
Cook
3 Years- Prepared diverse menu items according to established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspace.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Implemented efficient cooking techniques to enhance food quality and presentation.
- Conducted regular inspections of food storage areas for compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Sales Associate
2 Years 4 Months- Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Organized merchandise displays, driving customer engagement and sales.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, ensuring accurate information delivery to clients.
- Processed transactions efficiently, minimizing wait times during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets consistently.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly, fostering loyalty and satisfaction.
- Trained new associates on operational procedures and product knowledge effectively.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Education
High School Diploma
- Honor Roll [2020-2024]
- [VFW Nursing Scholarship] Scholarship Recipient
- [CommonwealthU Merit Scholarship] Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework: [Intro and Advanced baking and pastries] & [Into and Advanced food prep]
- Relevant Coursework: [Anatomy and physiology intro, 1 and 2] & [Nursing 1 - nursing home clinical rotations; Part of Nursing 2 - hospital post-operative care clinicals]
- [National English Honors Society] Member
- [National Art Honors Society] Member
- [National Honors Society] Member
- [American Red Cross] Member
- [Model UN and ConCon] Member
No Degree - Nursing
- Dean's List [Fall 2024]
- [VFW Nursing Scholarship] Scholarship Recipient
- [Lock Haven Merit Scholarship] Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework: [Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology] & [Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2]
- Relevant Coursework: [Chemistry] & [Biology]
- Relevant Coursework: [Medical terminology 1] & [Medical terminology 2]
- Relevant Coursework: [Nursing 1 with nursing home clinical rotations] & [Part of Nursing 2 with clinical rotations at a hospital for post operative patient care]
- Relevant Coursework: [Introduction to Psychology] & [Developmental Psychology]
Skills
Multitasking abilities
Responsible alcohol service
Alcohol awareness
Hospitality service expertise
Food service
Beverage preparation
Drink preparation
Engaging demeanor
Hygiene standards
Responsible alcohol service
Food safety procedures
Complex problem solving
Cash register operation
Memory recall
Hospitality service
Team development
Professionalism
Alcohol safety
Beverage techniques
Performance enhancement
Food delivery
Health compliance
Order processing
Ordering systems
Garnish preparation
Organizational development
Endurance for long shifts
Food safety procedures
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Child Abuse Clearances
- TB Screenings
- RAMP Certified to handle alcohol
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bartender
VFW
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Cook
VFW
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Sales Associate
Lingles
08.2021 - 12.2023Read More
Lock Haven University
No Degree from Nursing
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Jersey Shore Area School District
High School Diploma
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