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Carla Ramirez

Austin,TX

Summary

As a dedicated and high-energy Catering Attendant and Bartender, I excel in customer service, sales, and promotional strategies. Adept at multitasking, I am skilled in engaging with customers, taking orders, and serving food and beverages. I lead dining room staff to ensure prompt and polite service. With a solid background in the Food and Beverage industry, I have a proven track record of performing various tasks to support both kitchen and wait staff. My commitment to genuine hospitality helps build strong relationships with patrons, creating unforgettable experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
2
2
Languages

Work History

Wedding Bartender

Walters Wedding Estates
Austin, TX
10.2024 - Current
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
  • Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.

VIP Lounge Bartender

Oak View Group- The Moody Center
Austin, TX
09.2024 - Current
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.

Suite Attendant /Bartender (Seasonal)

Legends Hospitality, Compass Group- Levy, and RS3
Austin, TX
06.2023 - Current
  • Job sites include: AT&T Stadium, Q2 Stadium, Dell Diamond and Texas Motor Speedway.
  • Greeted guests upon arrival at events.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
  • Recommended drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
  • Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.

Bartender

Compass Group- Flik/Levy
Austin, TX
11.2023 - 07.2024
  • Job sites include The AT&T Conference Center and The Austin Convention Center.
  • Delivered excellent customer service to satisfy clients' needs and expectations.
  • Consistently followed state guidelines for responsible alcohol service.
  • Delivered customized drink suggestions according to customer taste and liking.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards for bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Assisted with the bar setup during service shift.
  • Ensured availability of stocked ice bins and coolers as per demand during shift.
  • Efficiently resolved customer issues in a professional manner.
  • Managed cash drawer at shift end, guaranteeing accurate financial transactions.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with staff members through clear and efficient communication methods.
  • Verified age of customers before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Prepared cocktails according to bar recipes and served wine, draft beer, and bottled beer.

Bartender

The Hilton-Southlake Town Square
Southlake , TX
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.

Bartender

DFW Airport
Grapevine, TX
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.

Bartender/Server/Cashier/Shift Lead

DNC at Austin Bergstrom International Airport
Austin, TX
02.2018 - 02.2023
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Created positive guest experience by listening to guest needs and recommending options to meet requests.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
  • Leveraged proper serving etiquette to promote inviting dining atmosphere.
  • Provided exceptional service to extremely high volume of daily customers.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Cleared dishes from tables during and after meal service to maintain clean dining area.
  • Directed and assisted in general dining room cleaning and sanitation.
  • Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
  • Trained and acclimated new servers to restaurant's culture and operations.

Lead Cocktail Server

Marriott- The W Austin
Austin, TX
07.2017 - 11.2017

Checked identification to verify minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages.

  • Assessed patrons' needs to always provide friendly, proactive service.
  • Took drink orders from tables and bar area and relayed to bartenders.
  • Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Created rapport with new and returning patrons to foster guest satisfaction.
  • Maintained tidiness and organization throughout bar area.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Cleaned tables after service and quickly resetting supplies to maintain restaurant and service flow.
  • Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
  • Completed opening and closing checklists to facilitate smooth restaurant operations.

Lounge/Pool/Banquet Bartender

Lakeway Resort and Spa
Austin, TX
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Organized event facility, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements.
  • Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
  • Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
  • Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
  • Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
  • Maintained safety and sanitation standards with firm enforcement amongst bar staff.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mcallen High School
Mcallen, TX
05.1995

Some College (No Degree) -

Austin Community College
Austin, TX

Skills

  • Food and Beverage Service
  • Identification Regulation Knowledge
  • Monitoring Alcohol Consumption
  • Customer Service and Rapport
  • Menu Memorization and Presentation
  • Effective Customer Upselling
  • Special Dietary Requirements
  • Efficient Service
  • Patron Satisfaction
  • Maintaining a Clean Bar
  • Organizational Ability

Certification

  • TABC Certification - Expires 03/0/2026
  • Food Handler Certification - Expires 06/14/2025

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Wedding Bartender

Walters Wedding Estates
10.2024 - Current

VIP Lounge Bartender

Oak View Group- The Moody Center
09.2024 - Current

Bartender

Compass Group- Flik/Levy
11.2023 - 07.2024

Bartender

The Hilton-Southlake Town Square
08.2023 - 10.2023

Suite Attendant /Bartender (Seasonal)

Legends Hospitality, Compass Group- Levy, and RS3
06.2023 - Current

Bartender

DFW Airport
03.2023 - 08.2023

Bartender/Server/Cashier/Shift Lead

DNC at Austin Bergstrom International Airport
02.2018 - 02.2023

Lead Cocktail Server

Marriott- The W Austin
07.2017 - 11.2017

Lounge/Pool/Banquet Bartender

Lakeway Resort and Spa
01.2017 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Mcallen High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Austin Community College
  • TABC Certification - Expires 03/0/2026
  • Food Handler Certification - Expires 06/14/2025
Carla Ramirez