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Cara Christiano

Cara Christiano

Newport Beach,CA

Summary

Proven Bartender with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and boosting revenues at Beach City Bartenders. Leveraged liquor expertise and an outgoing personality to develop signature cocktails, increasing profits. A team player known for exceptional multitasking and customer service skills, consistently ensuring seamless event execution and fostering repeat business.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Beach City Bartenders
09.2023 - 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.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.

Event Server

QWICK, Inc.
02.2021 - Current
  • Worked closely with fellow servers to coordinate efforts during busy periods, promoting teamwork and efficient service.
  • Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Assisted event coordinators in the seamless execution of events by efficiently setting up and breaking down venues.
  • Adapted to diverse event types, customizing service approach for weddings, corporate functions, and social gatherings.

Bartender

Big City Catering
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • 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.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Bartender

On The Rocks Pub & Grill
07.2017 - 04.2022
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Developed a strong rapport with patrons, resulting in repeat business and increased loyalty.
  • Monitored cash handling procedures to ensure accuracy in transactions while minimizing instances of theft or loss.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving the establishment''s reputation for excellent service.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.

Education

No Degree - Associates Degree

Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL
06.2012

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer Service
  • Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Outgoing Personality

Timeline

Bartender

Beach City Bartenders
09.2023 - Current

Bartender

Big City Catering
04.2022 - 08.2023

Event Server

QWICK, Inc.
02.2021 - Current

Bartender

On The Rocks Pub & Grill
07.2017 - 04.2022

No Degree - Associates Degree

Seminole State College of Florida
Cara Christiano