Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in the hospitality and education sectors, notably at Charlie's Bar & Kitchen. Excelled in beverage preparation and menu memorization while enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and professional appearance. Proven ability to train new hires and drive revenue growth, demonstrating a blend of hard and soft skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Charlie's Bar & Kitchen
05.2023 - Current
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
Teacher
Whitehall Central Schools
09.2020 - Current
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Server
Diamond Point Grille
05.2021 - 10.2022
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.