Elyssa Welle
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Motivated and dependable full time student at Texas State University with hands-on experience in serving, bartending, and bar backing in high-volume environments. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude to provide fast and excellent service. Highly organized and adaptable, with a proven ability to balance full-time academics, work responsibilities, and an active lifestyle while maintaining a positive and professional attitude. Eager to continue developing skills and moving up in the service industry while working my way through school.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Food and Beverage Server
Gristmill River Restaurant
2024.07 - Current
- Managed customer interactions and service delivery in a high-demand setting, contributing to a seamless dining and bar experience for numerous guests each day.
- Demonstrated multitasking, communication and problem-solving skills in a high-pressure hospitality environment
- Utilized extensive knowledge of menu offerings and bar selections to enhance guest experiences through personalized recommendations and attentive service.
- Managed high-volume cash and card transactions with precision and efficiency.
- Ensured proper communication with hosts, the kitchen, bar, other servers and management
- Prepared and served a wide range of cocktails, beers, wine in aa fast-paced bar environment
- Extensive knowledge of different liquors, cocktails and recipes to make recommendations to guests
Food and Beverage Server
Kerbey Lane Cafe
2025.05 - 2025.10
- Engaged in constructive dialogue with customers, coworkers, and management to foster a positive work environment.
- Balanced bartending and customer service tasks, demonstrating proficiency in multitasking under pressure.
- Monitored and addressed customer needs for 100+ guests daily, ensuring a high standard of service in a dining atmosphere.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate an approachable, yet professional atmosphere for customers
- Performed opening and closing procedures ensuring all tasks were completely accurately and efficiently
- Took initiative to find extra tasks when schedule duties we completed
Education
High School Diploma -
Klein Cain High School
Spring, TX2023-05
BBA - Marketing
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX2027-05
Skills
- Food handling safety
- Guest satisfaction
- Outgoing personality
- Guest service
- Flexible schedule
- Upselling
- Menu changes
- Inventory management
- POS system operation
- Memory retention
- Wine and liquor expertise
Timeline
Food and Beverage Server
Kerbey Lane Cafe
2025.05 - 2025.10
Food and Beverage Server
Gristmill River Restaurant
2024.07 - Current
High School Diploma -
Klein Cain High School
BBA - Marketing
Texas State University