DAVID CARR
Summary
Dynamic bartender with a proven track record at Pursuit Collection, excelling in mixology and safe service compliance. Expertly managed bar operations, ensuring optimal stock levels and adherence to health codes. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and efficient POS management, contributing to increased revenue.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Edge/Wintergreen Ski Resort
Nellysford
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Crafted innovative cocktails using high-quality ingredients to enhance guest experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to optimize service processes during peak hours.
- Prepared and served a variety of drinks to guests at the resort.
Server
Mambo Mountain Italian/Glacier Restaurant Group
Whitefish
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Entered orders into computer system to coordinate with kitchen staff.
- Processed credit card transactions, gift cards, and cash payments.
- Listened to guest needs and responded promptly for personalized service.
- Assist in training new team members.
Bartender
Pursuit Collection
Columbia Falls
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Cleaned, organized, and replenished supplies to maintain bar appearance.
- Set up and maintained appropriate stock levels for bar.
- Operated POS systems and managed bar tabs to track revenue.
- Specialized in creating daily and seasonal drink specials.
- Ability to engage and connect with customers on an individual basis.
- Address customer complaints and concerns in a helpful and professional manner.
Bartender
The Pride of America/Norwegian Cruise Line
Honolulu
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Set up and maintained appropriate stock levels for bar.
- Operated POS systems and managed bar tabs to track revenue.
- Cleaned, organized, and replenished supplies to maintain bar appearance.
- The ability to quickly adapt to a fast paced ever changing work environment.
- Managed a team of bar waiters and barbacks.
Owner/Operator
Finer Floors
Kill Devil Hills
01.2006 - 01.2023
- Managed daily operations, ensuring high-quality flooring installations and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw project timelines, allocating resources effectively to meet deadlines and client expectations.
- Trained and mentored new employees, fostering a culture of excellence in service delivery.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson And Whales University
Miami, FLSkills
- Food safety knowledge
- Strong multitasking
- Highly reliable
- Customer service
- Team player attitude
- Drink preparation
- Engaging communication
- Mixology techniques
- POS system operation
- Drink specials creation
Certification
- STCW certification (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping)
- TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential)
- MMC ( Merchant Mariners Credential
LANGUAGE
English - Native
Timeline
Bartender
The Edge/Wintergreen Ski Resort
12.2025 - 04.2026
Server
Mambo Mountain Italian/Glacier Restaurant Group
08.2025 - 12.2025
Bartender
Pursuit Collection
06.2025 - 12.2025
Bartender
The Pride of America/Norwegian Cruise Line
04.2024 - 04.2025
Owner/Operator
Finer Floors
01.2006 - 01.2023
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson And Whales University