Bridget Kachadoorian
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Reliable Bartender with background in both high-volume and intimate bar settings. Skills include mixology, customer service, cash handling, inventory management and team collaboration. Known for creating unique cocktails that enhance dining experience and increase customer satisfaction. Proven ability to improve bar operations and contribute to business growth. Customer-oriented bartender offering several-year background preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Friendly and upbeat individual possessing outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
The Parrot
Sarasota, FL
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
Bartender
Captain Curts Crab Oyster Bar
Sarasota, FL
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
Bartender
Quinns Irish Pub
Worcester, MA
03.2016 - 08.2022
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Bar Manager
Suneys Pub
Worcester, MA
01.2015 - 08.2022
- Ensured compliance with local health codes regarding food storage temperatures or alcohol serving guidelines.
- Enforced safety regulations and ensured proper sanitation practices were followed by all employees.
- Developed drink recipes and menus to meet customer preferences while optimizing profitability.
- Negotiated purchase agreements with vendors to obtain best pricing on supplies.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Monitored patron alcohol consumption to encourage safety.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
Server
Green Hill Golf Course
Worcester, MA
05.2017 - 09.2021
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Stayed informed about daily specials, new menu items, promotions.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Leicester High School
Leicester, MA05-2017
Skills
- Suggestive Selling
- Basic accounting
- Food Preparation
- Menu Memorization
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Service
- New Hire Training
- Cash Register Operation
- Outstanding customer service
- Health codes compliance
- Cocktail list development
- Bar service preparation
- Beverage supply orders
- Outgoing Personality
- Sales expertise
- Extensive beer knowledge
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Customer Service
- Creative Mixology
- Wine and liquor expertise
Timeline
Bartender
The Parrot
03.2024 - 06.2024
Bartender
Captain Curts Crab Oyster Bar
10.2022 - 02.2024
Server
Green Hill Golf Course
05.2017 - 09.2021
Bartender
Quinns Irish Pub
03.2016 - 08.2022
Bar Manager
Suneys Pub
01.2015 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Leicester High School