Emma Schmidt
King George,VA
Summary
Experienced bar management professional with a strong background in mixology, inventory control, and compliance with ABC standards. Successfully trained staff to enhance service quality and fostered a positive work environment, leading to reduced turnover and increased customer satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Stockyards LLC
01.2026 - Current
- Managed daily bar operations, daily sales and cash handling, beverage inventory, and over all maintenance ensuring efficient service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained staff on cocktail preparation, standard operating procedures, and customer service techniques to enhance guest experience and safety/cleanliness compliance.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, themed nights, charity and customer-focused events.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food pairings with drink offerings for enhanced dining experience.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items, and rotating draft beers for seasonal offerings.
- Fostered positive work atmosphere, efficient scheduling, and team moral reducing staff turnover rates.
Bartender/ ABM
Park Lane Tavern
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Crafted and served diverse cocktails, ensuring quality and consistency in presentation.
- Managed bar inventory, tracking stock levels and ordering supplies as needed.
- Trained new staff on beverage preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Developed signature drink recipes, enhancing the tavern's unique offerings and guest experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crete High School
Crete, NESkills
- Customer service and problem solving
- Financial reporting
- Inventory control
- Mixology expertise
- Event coordination
- ABC standards
Timeline
Bar Manager
Stockyards LLC
01.2026 - Current
Bartender/ ABM
Park Lane Tavern
06.2022 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Crete High School