Cierra Albright
Stuyvesant,NY
Summary
Experienced hospitality professional with a background in bartending, food and beverage supervision, and administrative operations. Known for reliable service, clear communication, and smooth coordination in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Roe Jan Brewing Co.
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared craft cocktails, beer pours, and wine service according to recipe standards
- Managed bar setup, restocking, and closing duties to maintain service readiness
- Delivered prompt guest service while processing drink orders accurately during peak volume
- Monitored alcohol consumption and enforced responsible service practices throughout shift
- Handled POS transactions, cash balancing, and receipt reconciliation with attention to detail
- Maintained clean bar stations, glassware, and equipment to support sanitation standards
- Recommended beverages and answered menu questions to enhance guest experience
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Business Administrator
Triform Camphill Community
04.2010 - Current
- Directed daily administrative operations, ensuring accurate records, correspondence, and workflow coordination across departments.
- Managed budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking to support consistent financial control and reporting.
- Coordinated staff schedules, payroll inputs, and leave administration with strong attention to accuracy.
- Liaised with families, external agencies, and internal teams to resolve inquiries and maintain clear communication.
- Prepared reports, meeting materials, and correspondence for leadership and governance discussions.
- Oversaw employee onboarding processes, ensuring seamless integration into the company culture from day one.
- Administered employee benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations with strong data accuracy.
- Coordinated annual open enrollment communications, timelines, and employee support materials.
- Processed payroll transactions accurately, ensuring compliance with wage, tax, and labor regulations.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Catamount Mountain Resort
12.2004 - 03.2018
- Supervised food and beverage staff, maintaining smooth daily service across resort outlets.
- Coordinated opening and closing procedures, ensuring readiness and compliance with service standards.
- Trained team members on guest service, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocking supplies to support uninterrupted operations.
- Managed cash handling and point-of-sale transactions with accuracy and accountability.
- Scheduled staff coverage to align labor needs with seasonal demand and peak traffic.
Hostess
Lighthouse Marina
05.2012 - 09.2013
- Greeted guests promptly, created welcoming first impression, and managed seating flow
- Coordinated reservations, waitlists, and table assignments to support efficient dining room operations
- Communicated with servers and kitchen staff to maintain smooth service and timely seating
- Answered phones professionally, relayed accurate information, and handled guest inquiries
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Greene Community College
Hudson, NY05-2027
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills Central School District
Craryville06-2007
Skills
- Hospitality service expertise
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Team player attitude
- Dependable worker
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Bartender
Roe Jan Brewing Co.
04.2023 - Current
Hostess
Lighthouse Marina
05.2012 - 09.2013
Business Administrator
Triform Camphill Community
04.2010 - Current
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Catamount Mountain Resort
12.2004 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Greene Community College
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills Central School District