Janae Gorski
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Versatile Bartender experienced in expertly preparing alcoholic beverages through precise techniques and measurements. Delivered positive customer experiences by leveraging extensive knowledge of menu items and drink options in high-volume environments. Emphasized safe drink service practices while maintaining a flexible schedule and strong attention to detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Sky Lounge
Chesapeake, VA
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Crafted and served a wide variety of cocktails, beers, and wines to patrons in a fast-paced bar environment
- Developed extensive knowledge of mixology techniques, flavor profiles, and drink recipes to provide personalized recommendations to customers
- Engaged with guests in a friendly manner and anticipated needs to enhance customer service experience
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to uphold high standards of satisfaction
- Efficiently handled cash transactions and accurately processed payments using POS system
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to meet health and safety regulations
- Participated in monthly team meetings to discuss new promotions or menu changes
Sales Representative
Life Protect 247
Norfolk, VA
08.2024 - 10.2024
Assistant Manager
7-Eleven
Norfolk, VA
10.2022 - 03.2023
Cocktail Waitress
longshots darts and billiards
Chesapeake, VA
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service to patrons by promptly taking and delivering drink orders
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of cocktail menu, including ingredients, preparation methods, and garnishes
- Managed high volume of tables during busy shifts, ensuring timely drink delivery and high customer satisfaction
- Collaborated with bartenders to ensure accurate preparation of specialty cocktails and customized drink requests
- Promoted premium spirits and specialty cocktails to enhance customer experience.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers through personalized service and attentive engagement
- Resolved customer complaints and concerns promptly, enhancing overall dining experience
- Trained new cocktail waitresses on menu knowledge, service techniques, and POS system operation
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food orders for customers seated at the bar area
Host/Expo/Server
elevation27
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2019 - 12.2019
Cashier
7-Eleven
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2018 - 07.2019
Bartender
Blue Moon Taphouse
Norfolk, VA
03.2018 - 07.2018
Bartender/Banquet Bartender
Harbor Club
Norfolk, VA
08.2017 - 07.2018
Bartender
Sweet Teas Southern Cuisine
Norfolk, VA
06.2017 - 08.2017
Education
General Studies (College) -
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VAHigh school diploma -
homeschooled
Norfolk, VASkills
- Bartending
- Bartending Sales
- Upselling
- EnglishySupervising experience
- Food Preparation
- Bar Inventory Management
- POS
- Cash handling
- Restaurant experience
- Banquet Experience
- Assistant Manager Experience
- Store Management Experience
- Sales
- Staff Training
- Management
- Sales
- Customer service
- Guest services
- Bartending
- Cooking
- Inventory Control
- Busser
- Host/Hostess
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Office
- Cash register
- Cooking
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Outstanding customer service
- Creative mixology
- Safe food handling procedures
- Garnishing drinks
- Food running
- Cash and credit transactions
- Craft cocktail preparation
- Identification verification
- Outgoing personality
- Team player attitude
- Strong multitasking
- Professional appearance
- Anticipating guest needs
- Courteous
- Performance improvement
Personal Information
- Availability: Willing to relocate: Anywhere
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Bartender
Sky Lounge
04.2025 - 04.2026
Sales Representative
Life Protect 247
08.2024 - 10.2024
Assistant Manager
7-Eleven
10.2022 - 03.2023
Cocktail Waitress
longshots darts and billiards
06.2020 - 09.2020
Host/Expo/Server
elevation27
10.2019 - 12.2019
Cashier
7-Eleven
10.2018 - 07.2019
Bartender
Blue Moon Taphouse
03.2018 - 07.2018
Bartender/Banquet Bartender
Harbor Club
08.2017 - 07.2018
Bartender
Sweet Teas Southern Cuisine
06.2017 - 08.2017
General Studies (College) -
Tidewater Community College
High school diploma -
homeschooled