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Bonnie DiFoggio

Bonnie DiFoggio

Bartender/PT
Buffalo Grove,IL

Summary

Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Friendly Bartender with exceptional Skill and Skill skills. Keep work area clean, stocked and conveniently organized at all times. Successful in delivering quality service in fast-paced environments with high-volumes of patrons. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Palm Court Restaurant
10.2019 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.

Personal Trainer

Self Employed Services
12.2005 - 12.2020
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
  • Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
  • Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
  • Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.
  • Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
  • Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, monitoring progress for success.
  • Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
  • Promoted fitness classes to boost gym attendance.
  • Led aerobics, yoga, core strength and kickboxing classes.

Education

Bachelors Degree - Kinesiology

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
05.2005

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Lincoln College
Lincoln, IL
05.2002

Skills

  • Menu Memorization
  • Health Codes Compliance
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Sales Expertise
  • Glassware Polishing
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Reconciling Cash Drawers
  • Attending Multiple Customers
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Responsible Alcohol Service

Accomplishments

  • Improved team productivity with morale-boosting incentives.
  • Generated $Amount in additional revenue in Year.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Supervised team of Number staff members.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Bartender

Palm Court Restaurant
10.2019 - Current

Personal Trainer

Self Employed Services
12.2005 - 12.2020

Bachelors Degree - Kinesiology

Western Illinois University

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Lincoln College

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