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Jackson Busch

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with extensive experience at The Broadmoor Hotel, excelling in food safety and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to enhance dining experiences through proactive service and effective team collaboration. Recognized for upselling premium products, significantly boosting sales while maintaining a strong work ethic and exceptional multitasking skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Bartender

La Taverne, Broadmoor Hotel
06.2024 - Current
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.

Cocktail Server/Bartender

The Hotel Bar, The Broadmoor Hotel
10.2021 - 06.2024
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
  • Maintained accuracy and efficiency when processing sales transactions.
  • Maintained clean and organized bar area.
  • Anticipated guest needs and provided proactive service.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

Expeditor

La Taverne, The Broadmoor Hotel
04.2019 - 10.2021

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  • Maintained kitchen productivity, guaranteeing timely preparation, and serving of dishes in alignment with customer specifications.
  • Trained new expeditors and food runners according to company policies and standards.
  • Assisted preparation of food plates, overseeing quality, and appearance.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.

Barback

Ristorante Del Lago, The Broadmoor Hotel
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Replaced empty kegs, bottles of wine and bottles of liquor
  • Learned how to make wide variety of mixed drinks.
  • Coordinated with servers and bartenders to maintain smooth operation of bar area.
  • Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
  • Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.

Server/Food Runner/Busser

Restaurant 1858, The Broadmoor Hotel
03.2016 - 10.2018
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.

Server/Food Runner/Barback/Bartender/Expeditor

Sunset Grill And Restaurant
08.2012 - 07.2016
  • Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
  • Assisted wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
  • Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Forest High School
Ocala, FL

Skills

  • Order delivery practices
  • Food inspection
  • Five star server training
  • Team collaboration
  • Wine service
  • Menu memorization
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Point of sale operation
  • Menu item recommendation
  • Food safety
  • Dining crew workflow optimization
  • Strong work ethic
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Server/Bartender

La Taverne, Broadmoor Hotel
06.2024 - Current

Cocktail Server/Bartender

The Hotel Bar, The Broadmoor Hotel
10.2021 - 06.2024

Expeditor

La Taverne, The Broadmoor Hotel
04.2019 - 10.2021

Barback

Ristorante Del Lago, The Broadmoor Hotel
11.2018 - 03.2019

Server/Food Runner/Busser

Restaurant 1858, The Broadmoor Hotel
03.2016 - 10.2018

Server/Food Runner/Barback/Bartender/Expeditor

Sunset Grill And Restaurant
08.2012 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Forest High School