Derik Cox
Boston,MA
Summary
- Would like to become much more experienced within the working world and gain valuable experience amongst others to then apply towards all forms of medicine. I plan to utilize any and all field experience and clinical work towards my goal of PA studies and eventually becoming a paramedic before applications to such.
- Enthusiastic and exceptional etiquette as a food runner trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Also a dedicated and hardworking food service professional well-versed in food and beverage operations and guest services. Experienced in managing large-scale events or intimate gourmet dining and afternoon tea services. Successful at building relationships with customers to increase loyalty and repeat business.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Lucky Strike Ent
10.2023 - Current
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Coordinated with event planners for private parties held at the venue; customized drink offerings tailored to specific themes or client requests.
- extremely effective and efficient at taking multiple drink orders at one time, whilst also maintaining a clean work space.
Bartender/Server
Cheeky Monkey Brewing
10.2022 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails. Includes all 50 call drinks in a high volume fast paced street bar.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Know how to tap kegs and pour all kinds of beers/wines
Team Member
Quick Quack Car Wash
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Drove team revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
- Helped customers navigate choices between services with support for questions such as terms, pricing and availability.
- Achieved monthly sales goals of 33 memberships by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients. (6 weeks)
- Assisted clients throughout sales process and provided after-sales support to assess satisfaction and resolve problems.
- Exceeded sales goals, increased revenue and facilitated sales.
Busser/Host/Barback/Foodrunner
Bacchus House Wine Bar & Bistro
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Resolved and escalated customer issues quickly to uphold strong customer relations standards.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
- Restocked ice, condiments and snacks.
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
Baker/Catering Assistant
Crumbles Cookies
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls and coffee cakes.
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Established merchandising, sales and profit objectives to drive business success.
Landscaping Laborer
StarrCox ENT
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed numerous orders all at once while making sure that all orders are delivered to the correct clients at all times
- Talk to customers over the phone, text, or otherwise to make sure if they need something changed that it is immediately fulfilled when possible
- Painting and renovation of outside of housing developments was required of all people employed.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
- Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine And Health Studies
MCPHS University
Boston, MA12.2025
High School Diploma -
Folsom High School
Folsom, CA05.2021
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- applicability to access situations and perform under pressure (high stress environments)
- Ability to lift heavy weights over long periods of time
Accomplishments
- National Academy of Future Physicians - 2018-2019 (two years) - https://www.futuredocs.com/
- National Honor's society in Highschool - Freshman, Sophomore and Senior year. 2018-2020 semesters
Certification
- Food Handlers Certification
- Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/AED/CPR Certification (BLS)
- NASM CPT and Nutritionist (pending)
Additional Information
- Dr. Harpreet Dhillon (mentor) - (510) 579-8802
- Eric Adams (previous employer)- (916) 792-9304
- Erik Cox (father) - (916) 990-7860
Timeline
Bartender
Lucky Strike Ent
10.2023 - Current
Bartender/Server
Cheeky Monkey Brewing
10.2022 - Current
Team Member
Quick Quack Car Wash
07.2022 - 08.2022
Busser/Host/Barback/Foodrunner
Bacchus House Wine Bar & Bistro
06.2022 - 08.2022
Baker/Catering Assistant
Crumbles Cookies
07.2021 - 09.2021
Landscaping Laborer
StarrCox ENT
06.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine And Health Studies
MCPHS University
High School Diploma -
Folsom High School
- Food Handlers Certification
- Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/AED/CPR Certification (BLS)
- NASM CPT and Nutritionist (pending)
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