ELYSHIA BLACKMON
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Service-driven Head Bartender drawing from broad knowledge of cocktails, craft beers and ciders to provide targeted, customer-oriented service. Detailed inventory manager, coordinating product stocking and shipments. Team-oriented leader with clear communication and collaborative approach to workplace administration. Hands-on Lead Bartender successful at consistently delivering highest quality service. Fast and efficient worker goes extra mile to sell more and keep customers satisfied. Well-versed in specialty drink preparation, including specialty drinks.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Bartender
Katch Kitchen and Cocktails
Atlanta, GA
02.2022 - Current
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Craft Bartender
Hyatt Regency Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA05-2021
Bachelor Of Health Science - Healthcare Management
Strayer University
Washington, DC05.2011
Skills
- Alcohol Ordering
- Craft Cocktail Preparation
- High-Volume Environments
- Extensive Spirits Knowledge
- Mixology Techniques
- Marketing and Sales
Certification
- Professional Bartender License/Certification- State Liquor Control Board or recognized bartending schools.
- ServSafe Alcohol Training and Certification – National Restaurant Association.
- Alcohol Service Certification – TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol.
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Katch Kitchen and Cocktails
02.2022 - Current
Craft Bartender
Hyatt Regency Atlanta
12.2021 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Bachelor Of Health Science - Healthcare Management
Strayer University
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