Dawn Bolitho
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Bartender
Cru Catering
Charleston
03.2024 - 04.2026
- Coordinated setup for various events, delivering beverages, glassware, linens, and equipment tailored to guest count and preferences.
- Prepared and served beverages at various events hosted by Cru Catering.
- Set up and maintained bar stations to ensure smooth service flow.
- Assisted guests with drink selections and provided recommendations.
Event Bar Lead
Rosemary & Rye
Charleston
11.2023 - 04.2026
- Coordinated setup for large and small events, delivering tailored beverage and supply selections based on guest count and specific requests.
- Oversaw daily bar operations, facilitating efficient workflows and enhancing service quality.
- Set up large and small events at the location, providing beer, wine, liquor, glassware, linens, supplies, and all equipment tailored to guest count and requests.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of bar area, contributing to a welcoming environment for guests.
Event Bartender
Demarco Waitstaff & Bartenders
Old Forge
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Executed bar setup and provided bartending services at wedding venues, enhancing guest experience and event atmosphere.
- Engaged with guests to create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere.
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages at diverse events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area during functions.
Event Bartender
Marywood University (Gourmet Foods)
Scranton
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Bartended high volume university events. Responsible for creating cocktail menu and décor setup for events
- Prepared and served beverages, enhancing client satisfaction at various events.
- Managed bar setup and breakdown, ensuring seamless transitions between event phases.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, contributing to overall event atmosphere.
Bar Lead
Westmoreland Premium Club
Wilkes Barre
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Led bar staff in daily operations and customer service excellence.
- Managed inventory control and ensured stock availability for bar operations.
- Trained new employees on cocktail preparation and service protocols.
- Bartended at fine dining restaurant and cigar bar, serving high-quality beverages and providing exceptional customer service during large capacity special events
Bartender
Skytop Lodge
Skytop
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Worked in a high volume fine dining and exclusive lounge bars, independently and alongside coworkers as a team
- Monitored patrons' alcohol consumption to ensure compliance with established guidelines
- Monitored patrons to keep alcohol consumption at designated levels
- Trained new bartenders to increase knowledge of drink preparation and upselling techniques
- Conducted mixology classes for guests with featured cocktails
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques to enhance service quality
- Conducted mixology classes for guests, showcasing featured cocktails to enhance their experience
Call Center Rep
TMP Direct
Mt Olive
- Handled inbound calls for various companies, providing customer support.
- Responded to customer questions regarding products, providing detailed information and effective solutions
- Managed inbound calls to assist customers with inquiries and issues.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent service quality and support.
Education
Psychology -
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJSkills
- Proficient in mixology
- Beverage service expertise
- Cocktail development
- Event service coordination
- Point of sale management
- Safe serving knowledge
- Bar maintenance
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Suggestive selling
- Outstanding customer service
- Anticipating guest needs
- Organizational ability
- Service-oriented mindset
- Cash and credit transactions
- Outgoing personality
Timeline
Event Bartender
Cru Catering
03.2024 - 04.2026
Event Bar Lead
Rosemary & Rye
11.2023 - 04.2026
Event Bartender
Demarco Waitstaff & Bartenders
06.2022 - 02.2023
Event Bartender
Marywood University (Gourmet Foods)
01.2022 - 02.2023
Bar Lead
Westmoreland Premium Club
03.2021 - 09.2021
Bartender
Skytop Lodge
02.2018 - 03.2021
Call Center Rep
TMP Direct
Psychology -
Centenary University