Ethan Downs
New York,USA
Summary
Hospitality professional, highly skilled in assisting bartenders and ensuring well-stocked and clean bar environment. Proven ability to support fast-paced operations and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Known for excellent teamwork and adaptability, ensuring smooth bar operations and exceptional customer service.
Professional with hands-on experience in collaborative environments, prepared to contribute to project success. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting dynamic team needs. Exhibits strong organizational abilities and effective communication skills.
Knowledgeable. Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage logistics and support team operations. Proven track record in maintaining high performance under pressure and adapting to fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Barback
El Taco Sag Harbor
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained accessible glassware storage to support drink preparation and beverage promotion activities
- Cleaned counter areas, sinks and floors of stains and trash
- Supported efficiency by restocking bar with wine and spirits
- Collected empty bottles and glasses from tables or countertops for washing
- Enhanced guests experiences by chiming in on conversation, leading them to give a bigger tip
- My energy brought better service and more interaction between guests who were strangers to one another
- Always prepared the bar for the bartenders to do their part efficiently
- Overall, brought a positive attitude to the staff
- I did more than what I was supposed to do, as well, without being told
- I knew to jump on something if harmony was lost
Sales Internship
Centric Brands
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- I helped with an order for a sale to a retail store in North Carolina. This is was the clothing brand Roxy and Billabong
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Restaurant Runner
LT Burger
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Retrieved additional condiments, napkins and drink refills for patrons
- Worked with servers to address guest needs
- Delivered food from kitchen to dining room tables to assist wait staff during peak hours
- Helped with kitchen opening and closing procedures, following checklist
- Due to the language barrier in the kitchen, I ran around the restaurant during busy hours and assisted servers at their tables if things got to hectic
- From retrieving mustard, mayo, hot sauce, and ketchup, to fulfilling a table's order with the server's code to get into the computer to place it, you could say I was the restaurant's point guard
- More of a general point, but I never cut corners
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Film
Fordham University
05.2025
Skills
- Creative
- Intellectual
- Persuasive
- Charming
- Charismatic
- Confident
- Observant
- No filter
- Music production
- Consistent
- Disciplined
Timeline
Sales Internship
Centric Brands
05.2024 - 05.2024
Restaurant Barback
El Taco Sag Harbor
06.2023 - 08.2024
Restaurant Runner
LT Burger
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Film
Fordham University
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