Blake Ward

• Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
• Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
• Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
• Pitched in extra hours and helped other staff during unexpected times of high volume to improve seating availability and food delivery to tables.
• Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
• Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

• Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
• Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
• Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
• Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
• Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
• Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.

• 3.5 GPA
• Awarded Perfect Attendance
• Promise Program Scholarship Recipient

Bartending training academy and staffing company.