Curtis Hodgett
Sarasota
Summary
I am a highly ambitious and driven person, with a strong background in hospitality and sales, I’m a very social person and I love working with people. I have a strong capacity for work and a great gift to do a job to the best of my ability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
The Oaks Club
11.2022 - Current
- Created and served signature cocktails using high-quality ingredients in a fast paced environment
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Managed bar operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained green bartenders on beverage preparation, member service, and menu knowledge.
- Developed and maintained relationships with our membership always going the extra mile to ensure satisfaction
- Implemented upselling techniques, enhancing overall sales performance without compromising service quality.
- Managed multiple table sections during peak rush on a timely manner
- Learnt multiple menus for multiple restaurants and upscale events
Bartender
Gervasi Wine Vineyard, OH USA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed opening and closing duties including setting up/breaking down 3 separate bars
- Batch making multiply seasonal cocktails
- Maintained accurate cash handling and reconciled till at the end of shifts
- Trained and mentored new team members enhancing team performance and service quality
Bartender
Baltusrol Golf Club, NJ USA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided bar services at high profile events, including weddings, corporate functions and PGA events
- Expertly mixed and served a variety of cocktails and beverages, tailored to client preference and event themes
- Maintained professionalism in fast paced high pressure environments serving between 200-500 members a night
Bartender
Port Royal Club, FL USA
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Mixed and served a wide variety of cocktails and beverages with consistency and precision
- Ensured bar cleanliness and compliance with health and safety regulations
- Monitored stock levels and communicated with management maintaining inventory levels
- Worked a service bar with 2 bartenders catering to 500 guests per night
Showroom Sales Designer
Watershed Bathrooms and Tiles
04.2017 - 01.2021
- Consulted with clients to design bespoke bathroom solutions, ensuring functionality and arguably more importantly aesthetic appeal
- Created 3D layouts using cad software resulting in 95% customer satisfaction
- Managed project timelines and liaise with contractors to ensure seamless delivery and insulation
- Maintained up to date knowledge of design trends materials and project knowledge
Bartender/Floor Staff
Dunleath Bistro
03.2015 - 09.2019
- Provided excellent customer service in a high paced environment, ensuring guest satisfaction and loyalty
- Prepared and crafted cocktails wine and beer
- Co hosted many events and parties making sure all attendees had an amazing time!
Education
GCSE's - English, Maths, Business, Art
Cookstown high school
07.2016
Skills
- My skills would definitely include customer service and customer relations I find it hard not to get along with a vast majority of people, in a bar setting, private club or not It's important to make your guests feel welcome and their experience encourages their return
- I'm also a big team player, working with not only my fellow bartenders and servers to get the job done to the best of our ability but all staff members I'm a versatile worker and I have had no problems with jumping in and helping anyone else who's in need or even if they just happen to be busier than me
- Majority of my skills just come from being personal, empathetic and time efficient
Timeline
Bartender
Gervasi Wine Vineyard, OH USA
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bartender/Server
The Oaks Club
11.2022 - Current
Bartender
Baltusrol Golf Club, NJ USA
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bartender
Port Royal Club, FL USA
11.2021 - 05.2022
Showroom Sales Designer
Watershed Bathrooms and Tiles
04.2017 - 01.2021
Bartender/Floor Staff
Dunleath Bistro
03.2015 - 09.2019
GCSE's - English, Maths, Business, Art
Cookstown high school