I am very interested in learning different recipes and techniques for bartending! I find mixology fascinating and can't wait to learn even more from wonderful people!
Jazmine Peters
Collingswood,NJ
Summary
My name is Jazmine Peters and I am a very passionate hospitality professional. By hiring me you are getting an individual who happens to love making food and cocktails that leave a lasting impression. I have fourteen years of serving experience from fine-dining to casual. I have been tending bar for twelve years which has grown into a passion for craft beers and cocktails. I have ten years of culinary experience from Pastry and Baking, small catering events to plated dessert competitions. I have a love for feeding people great quality food and beverages and working as a chef and lead bartender has only enhanced this. I am committed to upholding high standards when it comes to customer service and safe food handling practices. I will be able to perform these duties with success while delivering quality services to high-volumes of patrons.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BARTENDER/COOK
FOUR WAYS PUB & EATERY
2018.01 - 2024.07
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
LEAD BARTENDER
GOOD INTENT CIDER
2018.09 - 2022.12
- Prepare flight tasting menus
- Create, market and host events, increased sales by 10-15%
- Train new employees
- Find vendors, filled out vendor orders
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, tasting room, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, and bar supplies.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA06.2026
Pastry And Baking Certification - Baking And Pastry Arts
Pennsylvania School of Culinary Arts
YTI, Lancaster08.2014
Skills
- Certificate, Pastry and Baking: YTI
- Customer service expertise
- Strategic Planning
- Menu Development
- Public Speaking
- Intuitiveness
- Hospitality Management
- Beverage Preparation
- Menu Memorization
- Suggestive Selling
- Changing beer kegs
Certification
- Certified Pastry Chef, Pennsylvania School of Culinary Arts - August 2013 to 2014
Interests
Timeline
LEAD BARTENDER
GOOD INTENT CIDER
2018.09 - 2022.12
BARTENDER/COOK
FOUR WAYS PUB & EATERY
2018.01 - 2024.07
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality
The Pennsylvania State University
Pastry And Baking Certification - Baking And Pastry Arts
Pennsylvania School of Culinary Arts
- Certified Pastry Chef, Pennsylvania School of Culinary Arts - August 2013 to 2014
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