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Jamie Whitaker

Paso Robles,CA

Summary

Experienced Bartender dedicated to delivering exceptional service and genuine hospitality in the bar area. Skilled multitasker adept at managing competing priorities. Proficient in crafting both house and specialty cocktails.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

Rock Solid Restoration
Paso Robles, CA
02.2016 - Current
  • Handle incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence from clients and vendors.
  • Perform general bookkeeping duties, such as invoicing, keeping current account payables and receivables, and reconciling bank statements.
  • Monitor and order job supplies to maintain inventory and account for upcoming needs.
  • Manage customer complaints in a professional manner, while making sure that customer expectations are met and exceeded in a realistic resolution.

Bartender

Blue Line Pizza
Los Gatos, CA
2014 - 2016
  • Proficient in mixing, pouring, and serving drinks to satisfy the needs of customers at the bar, as well as wait staff in the restaurant.
  • Conducted nightly inventory and replenishment of liquor, wine, beer, and bar supplies.
  • Daily management and reconciliation of cash drawer.
  • Proficiency in handling both dine-in and takeout orders using Digital Diner.
  • Provided comprehensive training for newly hired individuals in bar operations and serving techniques.
  • Performed daily setup and breakdown of bar area and large party room.
  • Assist management with weekly bar inventory.
  • Trained bar staff at multiple new locations to achieve efficient operations.
  • Delivered exceptional service to bar patrons, as well as catered to the needs of bar tables and larger groups.
  • Handled the delivery, setup, and breakdown of corporate food orders.

Bartender/Server

Willow Street Design
Los Gatos, CA
2011 - 2014
  • Proficient in mixing, pouring, and serving drinks to satisfy the needs of customers at the bar as well as wait staff in the restaurant.
  • Conducted nightly inventory and replenishment of liquor, wine, beer, and bar supplies.
  • Daily management and reconciliation of cash drawers.
  • Proficiency in handling both dine-in and takeout orders using Aloha.
  • Provided comprehensive training for newly hired individuals in bar operations, serving techniques, and food running responsibilities.
  • Performed daily setup and breakdown of all restaurant areas.
  • Demonstrated versatility in serving and bartending duties for private parties held both on-site and off-site.
  • Served as Server Liaison for two years, facilitating effective communication between peers and management.
  • Acknowledged with the annual Integrity Award for two years in a row.

Education

Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing

Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA
01-2022

Food Handler Certificate

ServSafe

Alcohol Handler Certificate

ServSafe

Skills

  • A passion for taking care of customers and surpassing client expectations
  • A work ethic based on dedication to the company and its mission as well as creating outstanding customer experience
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment demanding strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to interact and establish rapport quickly with a variety of individuals
  • Understands the value of working together towards a common goal to promote a winning atmosphere

Timeline

Office Manager

Rock Solid Restoration
02.2016 - Current

Bartender

Blue Line Pizza
2014 - 2016

Bartender/Server

Willow Street Design
2011 - 2014

Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing

Cuesta College

Food Handler Certificate

ServSafe

Alcohol Handler Certificate

ServSafe
Jamie Whitaker