C. Edward Harris III
Summary
Sociable Bartender and Server with three years in high-volume restaurants. Expertise in cocktail preparation, food and beverage service, and cash handling. Recognized for adaptability, organization, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server / Bartender
Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub
05.2023 - Current
- Provide exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant and bar environment.
- Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and specialty beverages while ensuring quality, accuracy, and responsible alcohol service.
- Manage bar opening and closing procedures, including stocking, cleaning, inventory organization, and workstation preparation.
- Accurately process food and beverage orders using POS systems and handle cash and card transactions.
- Educate guests on menu items, daily specials, and beverage selections to enhance the dining experience.
- Assist with keg changes, inventory replenishment, and bar maintenance to ensure uninterrupted service.
- Maintain cleanliness and compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.
- Collaborate with team members to provide efficient service during peak business hours.
Lifeguard
Paradise Pool Company
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Ensured the safety of patrons by monitoring pool activities and enforcing facility regulations.
- Maintained pool cleanliness and monitored chemical levels to meet safety standards.
- Provided excellent customer service while managing guest entry and facility upkeep.
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered outstanding customer service and assisted customers with product selection and purchases.
- Operated cash registers and processed transactions accurately.
- Maintained organized sales floor displays and managed inventory stock.
- Assisted with merchandise pricing, tagging, and promotional updates.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Guided customers through purchases, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Processed customer transactions at registers with accuracy and speed.
- Managed inventory organization and store presentation, contributing to smooth daily operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bishop O’Connell High School
Arlington, VA01-2020
Business Management Coursework -
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VASkills
- Bartending & Mixology
- Food & Beverage Service
- Customer Service
- POS Systems
- Cash Handling
- Inventory Management
- Event coordination
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
Leadership Experience
- Business Manager, Student Government Association
- Disabled Peer Mentor
- Emerging Scholars Program Alumni
- African American History Club
- Founding Member, Men’s Step Club
Timeline
Server / Bartender
Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub
05.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Paradise Pool Company
06.2022 - 09.2023
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
12.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Associate
Old Navy
06.2020 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Bishop O’Connell High School
Business Management Coursework -
Norfolk State University