Ivan Kear
West Valley City,Utah
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Capable bartender passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in customer service establishments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Copa Bar Services
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop creative food pairings that complemented beverage offerings.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Delivery Driver
FedEx
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Supported warehouse operations when needed, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of company logistics processes.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
Warehouse Worker
PepsiCo
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Coordinated with other departments such as purchasing or logistics teams to enhance overall supply chain operations.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Waiter
The Cheesecake Factory
05.2017 - 04.2020
- Work alongside team members to provide excellent service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless guest experiences and resolve any issues promptly.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to facilitate prompt and accurate food preparation.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Facilitated seamless dining experiences for large parties by coordinating orders and special requests.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Complied with all company policies regarding uniform standards, punctuality, and professionalism.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Delivery driver, ski tech
Ski Valley Park City
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Effectively used GPS coordinates and electronic instructions to deliver ski packages to clients in Park City and remote locations in adverse weather conditions.
Massage Therapist
Massage Studio 224
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Business shut down.
Waiter
Aubergine & Company
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Customer Service, Money Handling, Food Service
Education
Utah College of Massage Therapy
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Performance Improvement
- Payment Processing
- Team player attitude
- Knowledge of craft and microbrews
- Preparing garnishes
- Alcohol awareness
- Customer service expertise
- Banquet Events
- Craft Beer Expertise
- Liquor Law Compliance
- Customer Service
- Strong multitasking
- Bussing and Serving
- Drink Preparation Techniques
- Garnishing Drinks
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Cocktail Service
- Handling Difficult Customers
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
Timeline
Bartender
Copa Bar Services
09.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
FedEx
01.2022 - 01.2024
Warehouse Worker
PepsiCo
04.2021 - 12.2022
Delivery driver, ski tech
Ski Valley Park City
11.2018 - 03.2019
Waiter
The Cheesecake Factory
05.2017 - 04.2020
Waiter
Aubergine & Company
06.2016 - 02.2017
Massage Therapist
Massage Studio 224
07.2015 - 08.2017
Utah College of Massage Therapy
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