Dynamic bartender with extensive experience at Vogies Bar and Grill, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and creative mixology. Proven ability to manage high-volume environments while maintaining cleanliness and compliance with health regulations. Strong multitasking skills and a service-oriented mindset drive repeat business and foster loyal clientele.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Vogies Bar and Grill
10.2022 - Current
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
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.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
Resolved customer complaints with calm, solution-focused approach, ensuring guest satisfaction.
Managed inventory of dining supplies to prevent shortages during service.
Increased sales by suggesting additional items like desserts and drinks based on customers' orders.
Facilitated team-oriented atmosphere, assisting coworkers during rush periods to ensure smooth operations.
Utilized knowledge of menu to make recommendations, enhancing customer dining experience.
Trained new staff on menu knowledge and service protocols, raising team's overall performance.
Ensured accurate cash handling and processed transactions swiftly, contributing to restaurant's financial accuracy.
Boosted repeat customer rates, remembered regular guests' preferences and greeted them by name.
Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining area, contributing to welcoming atmosphere.
Assisted in planning and execution of special events, contributing to restaurant's reputation for hosting.
Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy and timely preparation of dishes.
Ensured customer satisfaction with detailed attention to special dietary needs and preferences.
Streamlined order-taking process to minimize wait times for diners.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
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.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
Bartender
Mill City Bar and Grill
12.2018 - 05.2019
Closing the restaurant, cash handling and turning in my server report at the end of my shift, cleaning and stocking , organizing the the dining area and set it back up for the next shift , locking up at the end of the night , handling stressful situations when it’s busy , maintaining a clean and presentable appearance. Keeping customers satisfied and coming in.
Lead Server
McMenamins Kalama Harbor Lodge
02.2018 - 11.2018
Managed high volume dining periods with effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.
Promoted a positive workplace culture through teamwork, open communication, and mutual support among coworkers.
Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely delivery of meals, resulting in higher customer satisfaction rates.
Implemented upselling techniques to boost average check size while still prioritizing guest satisfaction.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere for guests at all times.
Mentored new servers, sharing best practices for exceptional service and fostering a positive work environment.
Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, maintaining positive relationships with patrons.
Observed servers to provide feedback and coaching in areas requiring improvement.
Developed strong rapport with regular customers, encouraging repeat business through genuine connection-building efforts.
Inspected FOH stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Maintained clean and organized dining area to create pleasant and welcoming atmosphere for customers.
Supported other staff members during busy shifts by stepping in wherever needed to maintain smooth operations.
Enhanced customer experience by providing attentive and personalized service during their dining visit.
Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by regularly reviewing proper food handling procedures with the serving team.
Assigned tasks and shifts to servers to manage organized schedules and provide adequate coverage.
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
Provided valuable feedback on potential improvements to restaurant operations based on firsthand experience as a lead server.
Improved overall table turnover rate by efficiently completing tasks such as clearing dishes and resetting tables between parties.
Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.
Oversaw inventory management for front-of-house supplies, minimizing waste while ensuring adequate stock levels.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
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