To succeed in a stimulating and challenging environment, where I can serve your company and establish an enjoyable career for myself. Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Self-employeed
02.2019 - Current
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Technician
Ehrenman and Khan Pediatric Dentistry
01.2012 - 03.2019
Take and mix impressions, disinfect and operate autoclave
Four-handed chair-side; take, develop, and mount x-rays
Trim models, make trays/temps and OSHA prescribed sterilizations
Operate ultra-sonic post-operative instruction and oral hygiene
Handle front desk operations
Change wires and elastics on orthodontic patients.
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Bartender
Faddy Malones Sports Bar and Grille
01.2016 - 01.2017
Execute daily operations of inventory set up, checklist review, and station cleanliness
Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive displays
Plan, organize, and control the operations of a cocktail lounge and bar
Check identification of customers in order to verify age requirements to purchase alcohol
Balance cash receipts at the end of shift
Flip bottles for mandatory Bar Olympics.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Bartender
Hurricane Grille
01.2014 - 01.2016
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Server
Hooters
01.2009 - 01.2011
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
Dental Assistant
Distinctive Dental Services of New York
01.2003 - 01.2011
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for multiple procedures daily.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
Bartender/Server
T.G.I.F
01.2000 - 01.2006
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations & Marketing -
Ashford University
Skills
Customer Relations
Small business operations
Relationship Building
Verbal and written communication
Staff Management
Customer Service
Team Leadership
Scheduling
Employee Scheduling
Certification
C.P.R certified
Timeline
Owner
Self-employeed
02.2019 - Current
Bartender
Faddy Malones Sports Bar and Grille
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bartender
Hurricane Grille
01.2014 - 01.2016
Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Technician
Ehrenman and Khan Pediatric Dentistry
01.2012 - 03.2019
Server
Hooters
01.2009 - 01.2011
Dental Assistant
Distinctive Dental Services of New York
01.2003 - 01.2011
Bartender/Server
T.G.I.F
01.2000 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations & Marketing -