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Jack Bennett

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Experienced and hardworking hospitality expert with advanced knowledge in wine, sophisticated food, and cocktails. A focused and efficient team player. Appreciated and known for reliability and creating guest experiences that are both positive and memorable.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Culinary Dropout
10.2024 - Current
  • Drove sales through communicating menu knowledge to guests.
  • 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.

Bartender

ROADHOUSE
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Served exorbitant volumes of customers during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Reduced wait times by prioritizing orders and streamlining beverage production.
  • Increased overall guest experience by exceeding expectations and addressing customers unique needs and concerns.
  • Managed cash handling duties guaranteeing accurate accounting.
  • Executed alcohol awareness procedures at all times to ensure safety of experience and operation.

Bartender

Raven's View Wine Bar
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Contributed to an enchanting atmosphere by understanding guests preferences and tastes.
  • Helped maximize profits by upselling through the ability to educate customers about wine and food.
  • Promoted impressive service by meticulously preparing the bar for both efficiency and ambiance.
  • Provided attentive service to an eighteen seat bar while also providing wine and building cocktails for the whole restaurant.
  • Helped create a more positive atmosphere of teamwork by leading by example and collaborating with every single employee.


Bartender/Assistant Manager

Rebel Ranch
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Helped open and design the bar to maximize efficiency, profit and atmosphere.
  • Fostered a supremely welcoming and warm guest experience by getting to know and remember customers.
  • Contributed to a culture of teamwork based on strong work ethic and diverse skills.
  • Deployed an extensive knowledge of liquor brands, beer styles, and cocktails to provide a uniquely tailored and fun experience.
  • Assisted in training new team members.
  • Participated in opening and closing duties to keep an organized and presentable work space.

Server/Bartender

L&E Oyster and Wine Bar
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Maintained a quality fine dining atmosphere in a premiere restaurant in Los Angeles through a commitment to dining standards continual education.
  • Demonstrated a strong knowledge of food and wine from sourcing to creation to presentation.
  • Contributed to kitchen efficiency my obtaining orders for multi-course meals and promptly entering them in the POS system.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by anticipating and responding to their needs.
  • Multi-tasked well and participated in all duties such bussing and resetting tables.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by communicating openly with all staff members from pre-shift until closing.

Education

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

References

Upon Request.

Timeline

Server

Culinary Dropout
10.2024 - Current

Bartender

ROADHOUSE
08.2023 - 10.2024

Bartender

Raven's View Wine Bar
06.2021 - 08.2023

Bartender/Assistant Manager

Rebel Ranch
01.2021 - 06.2021

Server/Bartender

L&E Oyster and Wine Bar
01.2017 - 01.2021

University of Arizona
Jack Bennett