Elijah Nguyen
Gig Harbor,WA
Summary
Dedicated Bartender with expertise in enhancing guest experiences and driving customer satisfaction. Skilled in multitasking within fast-paced environments, crafting specialty cocktails, and innovating menu offerings. Experienced in training staff on effective service and upselling techniques that elevate sales performance. Proven ability to build strong customer relationships and maintain operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Smokey Joe's Cigar Lounge
Fife, Washington
10.2022 - 06.2026
- Executed opening and closing duties, restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness of bar area for smooth operations.
- Mixed cocktails and served beverages to elevate guest experience and satisfaction.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques for improved sales.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional service to create a welcoming atmosphere.
Front End Associate
Metropolitan Market
Gig Harbor, WA
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Operated register for cash, check, and credit card transactions, ensuring accurate and efficient processing.
- Greeted customers upon arrival, providing assistance in locating store merchandise to enhance shopping experience.
- Operated register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with [number]% accuracy.
- Gained understanding of different areas to assist team effectively. to provide coverage and maintain store operations.
Project lead
Diamond Polishing Systems, Puyallup Wa
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Supervised job production and implementation timelines, coordinating with general contractors to meet project milestones. Operated work vehicles to transport equipment and personnel to job sites. Managed time to ensure projects completed on schedule, contributing to overall project success. Communicated regularly with general contractors to align on project status and expectations, facilitating smooth project execution.
- Coordinated timelines and resources for multiple concurrent projects.
- Developed project plans to ensure alignment with company objectives and standards.
- Guided project teams in enhancing polishing systems to improve efficiency.
Amp Smart /Door Salesman
Amp Smart / Salesman
Clearwater, FL
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed territory-specific sales plans to capitalize on competitor weaknesses and align with lead spending trends.
- Collaborated with team to create targeted sales strategies, enhancing market penetration in key territories.
- Scheduled and attended numerous appointments weekly to enhance customer relationships.
- Finalized sales and service policy paperwork, resulting in successful acquisition of new customers.
Grocery Team Member
Costco Wholesale Corporation
Federal Way, WA
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Stocked product and maintained product displays according to merchandising standards, vendor contract terms and planograms.
- Assisted manager and co-workers in achieving front-end team goals through diverse daily tasks.
- Managed objectives for team production and enhanced customer service standards.
- Stocked products and maintained displays according to merchandising standards and planograms, ensuring optimal presentation.
Floors/ Project Lead
High-N, Concrete, Vancouver Wa
Shine
05.2013 - 05.2018
- Communicated with general contractors to ensure alignment on project specifications and timelines, supervised job production and implementation for quality assurance.
- Trained new workers on company policies and procedures at the job site., Organized and prioritized tasks daily to ensure timely project completion. to achieve timely project completion., Operated work vehicles to reach job sites efficiently and safely. to the job site,
- Maintained accurate records of hours worked for payroll submissions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
Vancouver, Wa01-2015
Some College (No Degree) -
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WASkills
- Cocktail preparation and bar management
- Drink promotions
- Customer service excellence
- Flexibility and teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Team supervision
- Interpersonal communication
- Creativity and leadership
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Mixology techniques
- Goal-driven mindset
Timeline
Bartender
Smokey Joe's Cigar Lounge
10.2022 - 06.2026
Front End Associate
Metropolitan Market
08.2020 - 09.2022
Project lead
Diamond Polishing Systems, Puyallup Wa
01.2020 - 08.2020
Amp Smart /Door Salesman
Amp Smart / Salesman
06.2019 - 01.2020
Grocery Team Member
Costco Wholesale Corporation
06.2018 - 06.2019
Floors/ Project Lead
High-N, Concrete, Vancouver Wa
05.2013 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Tacoma Community College