Hannah Whitaker
Citrus Heights,CA
Summary
Budding artist adept at learning and applying new skills, offering a unique perspective to any project. Eager to contribute as a Junior Artist by leveraging creativity and dedication to support innovative design goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/ Bartender Trainer
Buffalo Wild Wings
Citrus Heights, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Used beer, wine and cocktail knowledge to make recommendations.
- Created specialty cocktails following complex recipes.
- Recommended current products and limited promotions to upsell beverage orders.
- Well-versed in the Aloha POS system, operating cash drawers, and serving.
- Cleaned and maintained bar nightly, ensuring all glassware and surfaces were sanitized, beer trough remained fresh, and deck was scrubbed.
- Changed beer kegs and maintained organization of the beer cooler.
- Maintained thorough understanding of ingredients and preparation of menu items; time stamp stickers and expirations checked nightly.
- Trained 20+ new employees as servers.
- Organized schedules and delegated assignments, optimizing team workflow and service delivery.
- Kept inventory within optimal levels and organized for easy accessibility.
- Arranged cover for staff absences to prevent disruption to operations.
- Uphold strict safety and security standards to protect consumers and assets.
- Delivered quality food and service during meal preparation, contributing to positive customer experiences.
Shift Manager
Taco Bell/Silver Oaks Management
Roseville, CA
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Running Shifts and monitoring productivity levels were a primary focus of my position.
- Proficient in both customer service and food preparation positions.
- Familiar with opening and closing restaurant procedures and paperwork.
- Able to navigate through NCR and Sabertooth operating systems.
- Can easily work in a fast-paced environment.
Facility Manager
CubeSmart
Orangevale, CA
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Familiar with opening and closing restaurant procedures and paperwork.
- Able to navigate through NCR and Sabertooth operating systems.
- Can easily work in a fast-paced environment.
- Completed all necessary paperwork and cube preparations for new rentals.
- Mailed lien notices and set up online lien sales.
- Performed manual labor tasks and kept up the grounds of the facility including painting curbs, replacing broken cube latches, beautifying the facility's old bathroom, etc.
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere.
- Knowledge of golf cart, bulk cutters, circular saw, and basic tools operation. Conducted a few handy projects on the ground and cut locks for customers.
Server/Server Trainer
Benihana
Citrus Heights
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Providing guests with excellent service and catering to their individual needs.
- Serving meals in a 5 course manner: Making soups and salads, getting drinks, serving and scooping ice cream, etc.
- Training new servers.
- Taking food orders and cleaning the tables after the meal is finished.
- Fluent in closing procedures and cleaning/food safety.
- Creating a fun and exciting dining experience by celebrating the guest's special occasions with zeal. I loved doing birthday songs, bottle service, and cake service!
Shift Manager
Taco Bell/Silver Oaks Management
Carmichael, CA
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Running Shifts and monitoring productivity levels were a primary focus of my position.
- Proficient in both customer service and food preparation positions.
- Familiar with opening and closing restaurant procedures and paperwork.
- Able to navigate through NCR and Sabertooth operating systems.
- Can easily work in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Studio Art
American River College
Sacramento05-2026
High School Graduate -
Bella Vista High School
US05-2018
Skills
- Multi-tasker
- Relentless
- Creative
- Charismatic
- Team training and development
- Excellent Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Project management
- Visual communication
Certification
Associate's Teacher Certificate, American River College, 2023
Additional Information
Mediums I am familiar with include: Painting, Sewing, Ceramics, multimedia sculpture, printmaking, and drawing. I most enjoy ceramics and drawing from observation. I have experience from 2021 in assisting Professor Rodney Mott in unloading the Raku Kiln at American River College.
References
References available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
Assisted Patricia Wood in running Kaneko Gallery, Fall 2025 President of Japan Club, 2016-2018
Awards
Live Mas Scholarship Recipient
Languages
Japanese, Conversational
Affiliations
2026 Labors of Love Fashion Show, Sacramento, California
Timeline
Bartender/ Bartender Trainer
Buffalo Wild Wings
05.2022 - Current
Shift Manager
Taco Bell/Silver Oaks Management
10.2021 - 05.2022
Facility Manager
CubeSmart
07.2020 - 09.2021
Server/Server Trainer
Benihana
01.2019 - 02.2020
Shift Manager
Taco Bell/Silver Oaks Management
03.2016 - 12.2018
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Studio Art
American River College
High School Graduate -
Bella Vista High School