ERICA NICHOLE WATFORD
Orlando,FL
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Bus Stop Food Services and Catering
Orlando, FL
01.2013 - Current
- Provided food and refreshments on set crew services for film & TV productions
- Shopping for products while maintaining set budget provided
- Create and prepare pass-around hors d’oeuvres for all cast and crew with respect of certain food allergies, dietary needs/restrictions, and preferences of cast and crew
Bartender
Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
Orlando, FL
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Greet and interact with guest in a courteous manner
- Prepare and serve a wide range of beverages with precision
- Recommend and upsell menu items to enhance guest experience
- Ensure adherence to responsible alcohol service guidelines
Bartender
Blue Martini Lounge Orlando/Ft Lauderdale
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
01.2006 - 10.2010
- Opening team for orlando location
- Executed all beverages to corporate spec using the correct ingredients, perfect pour, and appropriate garnishing
- Propelled business by promoting the DJ's, performers and the evening's theme
- Worked offsite at many high-profile events representing the company
- “Every night is prom night” meaning when walking in the door make up, hair, uniform is too perfection
Education
Hospitality Administration And Management
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
- Substantial breadth of bartending, 20 plus years of experience in an array of diverse establishments, from comfortable casual to fine dining restaurants, local sports bars to high end/high nightclubs
- I strive in keeping my work area clean, stocked, and well organized
- Superior grasp of drink pricing, cost percentage, and inventory
- Exceptionally meticulous, proactive, and energetic bartender with superior customer service
- Strong multitasker who strives in a hectic high-pressure working environment
Awardsandacknowledgements
- Created award winning martinis presented by Premier Beverage, which was featured on the Blue Martini Ft. Lauderdale menu.
- 4 times employee of the month by continuously receiving and maintaining 100% shopper reports, positive attitude, and excellent team work
- Maintained liquor cost continuously 16%-20%
Timeline
Bartender
Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
10.2022 - 08.2024
General Manager
Bus Stop Food Services and Catering
01.2013 - Current
Bartender
Blue Martini Lounge Orlando/Ft Lauderdale
01.2006 - 10.2010
Hospitality Administration And Management
Valencia College