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Education
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Dakota Davis

Dakota Davis

Lawrence,KS

Summary

Dynamic bartender with a proven track record at Mr. Brews Taphouse, excelling in customer service and strong multitasking. Developed innovative drink recipes that boosted customer interest and repeat business. Highly reliable team player, adept at maintaining a clean and efficient bar environment while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Server

Fields & Ivy Brewery
08.2022 - 10.2024
  • Prepared beverages and served food in fast-paced environment.
  • Head bartender and large party server.
  • Trained all new servers and bartenders.
  • Created seasonal bar menus and cocktail specials.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization, adhering to health and safety standards.
  • Observed stock status and updated management.
  • Worked large parties, private events, and weddings.
  • Ensured daily juicing and infusing.

Bartender

Mr.Brews Taphouse
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Quickly advanced to bar management.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, minimizing waste and ensuring timely restocking of supplies.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Crafted and served a diverse range of craft beers and cocktails.
  • Helped company with other locations bar inventory, etc.

Bartender/Server

Blue Moose
09.2016 - 08.2021
  • Organized and worked many large private events, catering events, beer festivals.
  • Head trainer/team lead for floor staff and event servers.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Educated customers on food and drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by recalling regular patrons' preferred beverages and names.

Education

Lawrence High School
Lawrence, KS
2016

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Strong multitasking
  • Team player attitude
  • Outgoing personality
  • Reliable
  • Flexibility
  • Creativity
  • Food safety
  • POS knowledge
  • Time management
  • Engaging personality
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Suggestive selling
  • Team training and development
  • Drink preparation techniques
  • Inventory

Timeline

Bartender/Server

Fields & Ivy Brewery
08.2022 - 10.2024

Bartender

Mr.Brews Taphouse
11.2021 - 08.2022

Bartender/Server

Blue Moose
09.2016 - 08.2021

Lawrence High School