Holly Bosley
Cape coral,Fl
Summary
An outgoing, attentive and enthusiastic bartender who is knowledgeable and passionate about spirits, wine, cocktails, and beer. Holly is always the first to approach guests with a welcoming smile and being very knowledgeable is able to answer any question they may have about the food and drink menu. With over 16 years of experience in the hospitality industry she has a track record of exceeding guest expectations as well as creating craft cocktails. She is looking for a position with an ambitious company that wants talented and professional people.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/server
Lobster Lady Seafood Market & Bistro
Cape Coral, Florida
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Mixed and served beverages to customers at a popular seafood bistro.
- Engaged with customers to provide exceptional service and recommendations.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Created new cocktail recipes to enhance the drink menu offerings.
Bartender
Lighthouse bar and grill
Fort Myers, Florida
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Mixed cocktails and beverages for diverse customer preferences.
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area during shifts.
- Served tables and bar guests on every shift
Bartender/Server
Texas Roadhouse
Cape coral, Fl
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Assessed customer needs and preferences to make appropriate beverage and food recommendations
- Made every drink served and develop a strong knowledge of the food menu and upsell additional products
- Requested identification to verify patrons are of legal drinking age
- Monitored open bar tabs, closed out bills for departing patrons, and processed cash and credit transactions
- Cleaned and sanitized glassware and flatware and stored in bar areas for easy access
- Crafted beverages from well, top-shelf, and specialty spirits according to menu recipes or patron requests.
Bartender
Oxbow bar and grill
Fort Myers, FL
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Came up with different cocktails on the spot for our "I don't give a fort myers" which gave the guests something new and fun to try that they haven't before.
Bartender
Texas Roadhouse
York, PA
09.2015 - 12.2020
- Assessed customer needs and preferences to make appropriate beverage and food recommendations
- Requested identification to verify patrons are of legal drinking age
- Monitored open bar tabs, closed out bills for departing patrons, and processed cash and credit transactions
- Greeted patrons seated at bar, provided menus, and memorized or recorded drink and food orders.
Bartender
Wyndridge Farm
Dallastown, PA
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Created multi step cocktails using farm fresh ingredients
- Prepared and served cocktails to wedding guests
- Worked private events
- Promoted featured drinks and food specials through social media platforms to encourage sales
- Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to process food orders for bar patrons, and fulfill drink orders for dining room server needs
- Crafted beverages from well, top-shelf, and specialty spirits according to menu recipes or patron requests.
customer service
HB
06.2011
- Trained new bartenders in all aspects of the job, including, , use of equipment, drink preparation, and upselling techniques
- Deliver excellent customer relations, building and maintaining a positive and professional relationship
Education
High School Diploma -
York suburban high school
York, PASkills
- Customer service Payment processing
- Wine and liquor knowledge Bar restocking
- Craft cocktail preparation Pair food and wine
- Suggestive selling Coordination
- High-volume dining
- Liquor, wine and food service
- Building relationships to create regulars
- Professional and dependable
- Mixology techniques
- Outstanding customer service
Timeline
Bartender/server
Lobster Lady Seafood Market & Bistro
10.2024 - 11.2025
Bartender
Lighthouse bar and grill
03.2023 - 10.2024
Bartender
Oxbow bar and grill
04.2021 - 06.2022
Bartender/Server
Texas Roadhouse
01.2021 - 02.2023
Bartender
Wyndridge Farm
02.2018 - 03.2019
Bartender
Texas Roadhouse
09.2015 - 12.2020
customer service
HB
06.2011
High School Diploma -
York suburban high school