Christopher Edrington
St. Louis,MO
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Horshoe St. Louis
11.2015 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
68W Health Care Specialist
U.S ARMY RESERVE, 354th MP Corp.
01.2010 - 09.2016
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Provided education to familiarize patients with medical treatments and self-care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
Assistant Lab Technician
St.Louis Toxicology Lab
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
Dishwasher/Busser
The Red Lion
06.2009 - 08.2010
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maplewood-Richmond Hgts. High School
Maplewood, MOSkills
- Safe Serving Knowledge
- Wine and Beer Recommendations
- Liquor, Beer and Wine Knowledge
- Liquor Law Compliance
- Billing and Payment Processing
- Credit and Cash Transactions
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Extensive Spirits Knowledge
- Clear and Effective Communication
- Good Conversationalist
- Maintaining a Clean Bar
- Attending Multiple Customers
- Team Training
- Banquet Events
- Anticipating Guest Needs
- Monitoring Alcohol Consumption
- Crowd Control and Security
- New Hire Training
Additional Information
Self taught Violinist, PC builder, and home cook.
Learned project management skills, and team coordination skills leading virtual construction projects
Timeline
Bartender
Horshoe St. Louis
11.2015 - Current
Assistant Lab Technician
St.Louis Toxicology Lab
07.2015 - 09.2015
68W Health Care Specialist
U.S ARMY RESERVE, 354th MP Corp.
01.2010 - 09.2016
Dishwasher/Busser
The Red Lion
06.2009 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Maplewood-Richmond Hgts. High School
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