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Corey L. Keffer

Burgettstown,PA

Summary

Highly motivated self starter with strong communication and interpersonal skills Proven track record of driving business and delivering superior guest service Exceptional leadership skills and demonstrated ability to increase business, manage staff, and coordinate seasonal events Strong team building skills and excellent conflict resolution skills Excel at effectively handling a variety of challenges and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment Skilled in building positive customer relationships Strong knowledge of mixology and state liquor laws Up to date with current RAMP certifications

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Server/Bartender

Arlecchino's Ristorante
McMurray, PA
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintained excellent working knowledge of liquor, wine, and beer.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of the menu, providing bar customers with fine dining experiences.
  • Exhibited abilities to sell high end spirits and wines.
  • Demonstrated abilities to maintain quality of cocktails during extremely high volume of business.
  • Maintained cleanliness of bar space and coolers, responsibilities include restocking of liquor, beer, wine and supplies.
  • Responsible for server cash out and overall drawer balance at the end of shift, including total restaurant sales.

Bartender/Part Time Server

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2015 - 09.2017
  • Maintained excellent working knowledge of liquor, wine, and beer.
  • Demonstrated excellent knowledge of the menu, providing bar customers with fine dining experiences.
  • Exhibited abilities to sell high end spirits and wines.
  • Demonstrated abilities to maintain quality of cocktails during extremely high volume of business.
  • Maintained cleanliness of bar space and coolers, responsibilities include restocking of liquor, beer, wine and supplies.
  • Responsible for server cash out and overall drawer balance at the end of shift, including total restaurant sales.

Lead Bartender

Senti Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
Pittsburgh, PA (Lawrenceville)
01.2015 - 10.2015
  • Assisted with bar setup/product placement for the grand opening of the restaurant.
  • Trained new hires along with head server to provide wine fundamentals and food pairings.
  • Maintain excellent working knowledge of liquor and wine.
  • Creation of specialty cocktail list to pair with weekly dinner features.

Lead Bartender/Server

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2013 - 01.2015
  • Serve properly mixed and proportioned drinks, in timely manner to guests and servers.
  • Maintain excellent working knowledge of liquor, beer, and wine.
  • Assist in the creation of specialty cocktails.

Bartender/Server

Bistecca Steakhouse and Wine Bar
Washington, PA
09.2010 - 10.2013
  • Applied sales and interpersonal skills in serving customers to quickly establish a positive rapport, resulting in increased sales and above average tips.

Bar Manager / Bartender/ Server

Jackson's Restaurant
Canonsburg, PA
10.2019
  • Improved and maintain customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service to guests while managing other bartenders/servers
  • Responsible for the creation of specialty cocktails to pair with weekly dinner features.
  • Prepare and serve a variety of drinks and menu items within the permanent and portable bars operating throughout the establishment
  • Excellent knowledge of liquors, wines and beers
  • Ensure adequate inventory by ordering and stocking all liquors, wines and beers
  • Demonstrated abilities to maintain quality of cocktails during extremely high volume of business
  • Adhere to all state liquor regulations, particularly in regard to intoxicated persons and minors, to ensure a safe and positive atmosphere for diners and guests.
  • Effectively handle customer complaints and special requests.

Education

Marketing

Kent State University
Kent, OH
01.2006

Project Management Fundamentals

Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA

Timeline

Senior Server/Bartender

Arlecchino's Ristorante
10.2023 - Current

Bar Manager / Bartender/ Server

Jackson's Restaurant
10.2019

Bartender/Part Time Server

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
10.2015 - 09.2017

Lead Bartender

Senti Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
01.2015 - 10.2015

Lead Bartender/Server

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
10.2013 - 01.2015

Bartender/Server

Bistecca Steakhouse and Wine Bar
09.2010 - 10.2013

Marketing

Kent State University

Project Management Fundamentals

Community College of Allegheny County

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