Denise Smith
Huntington,NY
Summary
Seasoned bartender with a proven track record of exceptional service at Shamrock, adept in mixology and health codes compliance. Excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction through outstanding hospitality and efficient service. Trained new staff, ensuring a 100% compliance rate with safe service standards. Skilled in multitasking and maintaining a professional appearance, consistently delivering top-quality beverage experiences.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Shamrock
Huntington, NY
04.2012 - 02.2025
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card transactions.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Bartender
Riley’s East
Northport, NY
04.2021 - 11.2024
Bartender
Seven Quarts Tavern
Northport, NY
09.2015 - 03.2020
Bartender
Mac’s Steakhouse
Huntington
04.2010 - 01.2015
Bartender
FH Rileys
Huntington , NY
01.2009 - 11.2014
Bartender
Abel Conklins
Huntington , NY
08.2001 - 04.2010
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY06-1990
High School Diploma -
Connetquot HIgh School
Bohemia06-1986
Skills
- Safe service compliance
- Basic accounting
- Health codes compliance
- Mixology
- Outstanding customer service
- Menu memorization
- Classic cocktails
- Hospitality service expertise
- Food service
- Point of sale systems
- Professional appearance
- Strong multitasking
Timeline
Bartender
Riley’s East
04.2021 - 11.2024
Bartender
Seven Quarts Tavern
09.2015 - 03.2020
Bartender
Shamrock
04.2012 - 02.2025
Bartender
Mac’s Steakhouse
04.2010 - 01.2015
Bartender
FH Rileys
01.2009 - 11.2014
Bartender
Abel Conklins
08.2001 - 04.2010
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
High School Diploma -
Connetquot HIgh School