Jaret Monak
Westminster,CO
Summary
Versatile professional possessing outstanding customer service skills and experience. Superb coordinator of service efforts in fast-paced work environments. Organized preparer of structured service and work plans, balancing the needs of customers and team members.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/Server
Pizzeria Alberico
02.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
- Set a positive tone for the entire dining experience as the first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to guests and fellow staff alike.
Bartender/Server
Chez Francois Restaurant
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends. Up to 200+ people for special events.
- Experience working in a fine dining environment.
- Helped open a new speakeasy bar.
Bartender/Server
Gaslight Brewhouse
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Worked with POS system (TOAST) to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Became well-versed in beer and pouring beer appropriately.
Bartender
The Huron Yacht Club
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed opening and closing duties.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Bartender
Huron Fish House
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Organized bar inventory and storage
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History, Minor in Classics
Miami University
Oxford, OH05.2022
Skills
- Cocktail Service
- Responsible Serving
- Professional Service Standards
- Identification and Compliance
- Handling Difficult Guests
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Ability to Lift 50 Pounds
- Monitoring Alcohol Consumption
- Mixology Techniques
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Hospitality and Guest Service
Affiliations
- United States Bartender's Guild, Denver Chapter
Certification
CBP (Certified Bourbon Professional) through The Council of Whiskey Masters.
TIPS Certified
BarSmarts Professional Certification
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Pizzeria Alberico
02.2023 - Current
Bartender/Server
Chez Francois Restaurant
05.2022 - 12.2022
Bartender/Server
Gaslight Brewhouse
08.2021 - 04.2022
Bartender
The Huron Yacht Club
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bartender
Huron Fish House
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - History, Minor in Classics
Miami University