Hi, I’m
David Tucker
Bartender and server
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Capable [Job Title] passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in [Type] establishments. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Fatbottom brew at bna Nashville, TN
Bartending
12.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Red LobsterFranklin
Server
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Loveless cafe events Nashville , TN
Event bartender
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies and arranging tables.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
Draft kings Nashville , Tennessee
Bartender
10.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Top Golf Nashville
Bartender
03.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
Kings Bowl AmericaFranklin
Bartender
01.2020 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Puckett's Restaurant Franklin
Bartender
03.2021 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Tin pin bowling ally Columbia, TN
Bartender
06.2022 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Scouts Pub Franklin
Server
09.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Chili's RestaurantNashville
Bartender
02.2013 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Chuys Nashville , Tenn
Bartender and server
01.2016 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Education
Center High Memphis, TN
GED
05.1997
Skills
- Cash Register Operation
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Reconciling Cash Drawers
- Patron Experiences
- Alcohol Ordering
- Classic Cocktails
- Custom Drink Preparation
- Aloha POS
- Ordering Bar Supplies
- Glassware Polishing
- Clear and Effective Communication
- Hospitality and Accommodation
- Organizational Abilities
- Billing and Payment Processing
- Storage Processes
Love to travel
When to Europe last year for three week and that was blast and going back to Europe this fall a big Disney fan too
Timeline
Bartending
Fatbottom brew at bna
12.2023 - Current
Bartender
Draft kings
10.2023 - 01.2024
Event bartender
Loveless cafe events
06.2023 - Current
Bartender
Tin pin bowling ally
06.2022 - 12.2024
Server
Red Lobster
05.2022 - Current
Server
Scouts Pub
09.2021 - 05.2023
Bartender
Top Golf
03.2021 - 03.2022
Bartender
Puckett's Restaurant
03.2021 - 10.2024
Bartender
Kings Bowl America
01.2020 - 03.2022
Bartender and server
Chuys
01.2016 - 07.2022
Bartender
Chili's Restaurant
02.2013 - 02.2022
Center High
GED