CELESTE KARR

Server, at Independence Beer Garden, a seasonal outdoor venue with ample seating and multiple bars.

Provided attentive service, in a high volume environment with large crowds and fast paced service.

Hosted many large scale private events, for corporate happy hours, wedding rehearsals, birthday parties etc.

• Provided high-end northern Italian dining experience at A Mano, a BYO restaurant.
• Guided guests through menu and coursing, improving dining experience and fostering repeat visits.
• Managed table flow, seating, and timing of course delivery for optimal guest satisfaction.

• Delivered polished service in high volume, fine dining setting, enhancing guest satisfaction in a relaxed, waterfront environment.
• Guided guests through menus and tailored recommendations, improving overall dining experience.
• Coordinated with teams to ensure timely and accurate food and beverage service, fostering an approachable guest experience.

• Provided upscale, personalized food and beverage service to VIP guests in Hall of Fame suites and private corporate suites during NFL and college games and large-scale stadium events, enhancing guest experience.
• Set up, maintained, and broke down suite service areas to meet NFL standards, ensuring seamless operations.
• Delivered exceptional service to suite guests, ensuring an outstanding event experience.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of suite areas, adhering to high standards of presentation.
• Assisted in catering operations, coordinating food and beverage service for suite attendees.

• Collaborated with the event manager on planning and execution of high volume corporate events ranging from 50-500 attendees, including conventions, quarterly conferences, and networking receptions.
• Catered to guests' needs, making personalized drink and menu recommendations.
• Organized and arranged bar setups for events to ensure efficiency and accessibility., restocking and breakdowns.
• Provided professional high energy, bar service in a high volume, downtown, two story, seafood establishment.
• Coordinated all phases of event production from pre-planning food and beverage menus to onsite execution and post-event evaluation.
• Led event staff during live events to ensure a professional, engaging atmosphere aligned with brand standards.

• Freelanced as an event bartender, covering on-call shifts.
• Provided professional bar service at various public and private events, enhancing guest experience at festivals, fundraisers, and corporate gatherings.

• Delivered exceptional bar service to uphold corporate standards and meet brand expectations.