Brandon Whittaker
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking professional with 8 years of diverse experience in the restaurant industry, excelling in multiple roles that highlight strong teamwork and customer service skills. Known for an outgoing personality and a commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. A lifelong artist with a passion for creativity, currently transitioning into the tattoo industry, where I aim to combine artistic talent with a great understanding of client needs. All through arts and cocktails. Eager to leverage extensive experience in fast-paced settings and a strong artistic background to contribute to a dynamic team and deliver exceptional results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
The Livery Tavern
Lewisburg, WV
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
- Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
- Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
Bartender
The Humble Tomato
Lewisburg, WV
09.2021 - 06.2023
- 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.
Server
Osaka Japanese Steakhouse
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Company Overview: - (480)782-5555
- Responsible for meeting and interacting with guests and ensuring they have a great dining experience
- Ensuring food, drinks and chef all come out in a timely manner
- Maintain communication with Staff, Kitchen and overall operations to secure a great experience for customer
Server
Brio Tuscan Grille
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Company Overview: - (480)-917-9177
- Communicate regularly with customers and anticipate their needs
- Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant
- Learning the menu to explain specials to Guests
- Performing opening and closing duties
Customer Service/Sales
Ariix
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Company Overview: JR-(818)-926-1343
- Constant networking to find product buyers
- Create sales strategies as a team
- Conduct product demonstrations
- Manage weekly/monthly customer orders
- Direct team recruitment
Customer Service
Symmetry Financial Group
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Data entry, lead generation
- Research
- Social Media
- Answer customer service inquiries
- Policy management
Seasonal Employee
Costco Wholesale
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Warehouse Stocking
- Cashier
- Assist with customer loading
- Customer Service
Education
EMT/Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medicine
Chandler Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ06.2019
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Staff training
- Bar management
- Inventory management
- Training and mentoring
- Outgoing personality
Timeline
Bar Manager
The Livery Tavern
06.2023 - 12.2024
Bartender
The Humble Tomato
09.2021 - 06.2023
Server
Osaka Japanese Steakhouse
09.2018 - 10.2019
Server
Brio Tuscan Grille
10.2017 - 12.2018
Customer Service/Sales
Ariix
05.2017 - 11.2017
Customer Service
Symmetry Financial Group
02.2017 - 07.2017
Seasonal Employee
Costco Wholesale
11.2016 - 03.2017
EMT/Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medicine
Chandler Gilbert Community College