Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Brennon Whitley

Raleigh

Summary

I have a solid background in hospitality and customer engagement. Demonstrated success in driving store sales and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and product knowledge. Proven ability to utilize problem-solving skills and teamwork to meet customer needs and achieve sales targets.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

The Raleigh Times Bar
05.2014 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • 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.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Manager

Board Paradise
05.2008 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.

Server

The Big Easy
10.2013 - 03.2014
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
  • Increased sales by suggesting additional items like desserts and drinks based on customers' orders.

Education

Western Guilford
Greensboro, NC

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Suggestive selling

Certification

Cice

Timeline

Bartender

The Raleigh Times Bar
05.2014 - Current

Server

The Big Easy
10.2013 - 03.2014

Manager

Board Paradise
05.2008 - Current

Western Guilford
Brennon Whitley