Giovanni Costa
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Results-oriented professional with extensive experience in customer service and cash handling at Meating Street. Demonstrated success in enhancing guest satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and effective teamwork. Proficient in POS systems and maintaining cleanliness, ensuring a welcoming environment while managing multiple tasks efficiently.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Meating Street
Port Saint Lucie, Florida
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while handling food and beverages.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining friendly interactions with guests.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings, and special promotions.
- Cleaned up spills and broken glassware and safely disposed of sharp pieces.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
Server
Meating Street
Port Saint Lucie, Florida
10.2020 - 08.2025
- Assisted with menu recommendations and addressed guest inquiries promptly.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
- Processed customer orders efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Managed multiple tables while ensuring guest satisfaction and comfort.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
Education
EMT
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL12-2024
High School Diploma -
Centennial
Port Saint Lucie, FL05-2021
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Cash handling
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Reliability
- Time management
- Point of sale systems
- Order management
- Courtesy
- Problem-solving
- Judgment
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Customer service expertise
- Team player
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
Meating Street
05.2025 - 08.2025
Server
Meating Street
10.2020 - 08.2025
EMT
Indian River State College
High School Diploma -
Centennial
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