Colby Nelsen
Bartender
Newberg,OR
Summary
Expert Bartender with history of working across hospitality sector, from upscale restaurants and boutique hotels to local watering holes and large music venues. Looking to bring mixology proficiency and engaging customer service skills to challenging environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Vineyard Bar & Grill
Newberg, OR
01.2021 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
Bartender/Server
Old Town Bar & Grill
Newberg, Oregon
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Bartender/Barista/Server
Trellis Wine Bar & Kitchen
Dundee, OR
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Education
No Degree - Web Development
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Forecast Preparation
- Changing Beer Kegs
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Cash Handling and Management
- Multitasking Efficiently
- Mixology Techniques
- Professional Service Standards
- Bar Operations and Logistics
- High-Volume Environments
- Creative Mixology
- Crowd Control and Security
- Private Events and Catering
Timeline
Bartender
Vineyard Bar & Grill
01.2021 - 02.2022
Bartender/Server
Old Town Bar & Grill
09.2019 - 02.2021
Bartender/Barista/Server
Trellis Wine Bar & Kitchen
08.2018 - 09.2019
No Degree - Web Development
University of Phoenix
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