Bartender serving high-volume casino and hotel guests with drink preparation, menu recommendations, inventory control, and responsible alcohol service. Trains new bartenders on upselling and service standards while keeping shifts organized and efficient. Supports clean bar operations through accurate requisitions and careful guest ID verification.
Work History
Caregiver
4 Months
Visiting Angels Home Care | 05.2025 - 09.2025
Coordinated with families to address concerns, ensuring comprehensive care plans were followed.
Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care provided for compliance purposes.
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Caregiver
2 Months
Comfort Keepers Home Care | 11.2023 - 01.2024
Provided personalized care and support to clients, enhancing daily living activities.
Assisted clients with mobility and personal hygiene, ensuring comfort and dignity.
Monitored client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
Developed positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and emotional well-being.
School Custodian
Washington District 52 | 11.2022 - 11.2022
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in classrooms, restrooms, and common areas to ensure safe learning environment.
Operated cleaning equipment, including floor buffers and vacuums, to enhance facility upkeep.
Collaborated with staff to address maintenance issues promptly, improving overall operational efficiency.
Implemented waste reduction strategies through effective recycling programs within the district.
Bartender
19 Years 2 Months
Par A Dice Hotel Casino | 10.2000 - 12.2019
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Banquet Setup
14 Years 6 Months
Continental Regency Hotel | 07.1985 - 01.2000
Coordinated with employees to arrange tables, chairs and other equipment needed for functions.
Orchestrated breakdown of rooms and cleanup to return event spaces to original order.
Interacted with kitchen staff to plan food and beverage logistics.
Mentored and coached team of banquet setters and other event personnel.
Organized and laid out buffet equipment, food displays and other items.
Instructed staff on appropriate equipment disassembly and storage.
Paint Room Assistant
4 Years 8 Months
Miller Welding & Iron Works | 06.1980 - 02.1985
Properly handled hazardous waste materials to uphold safety regulations.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Education
High School Diploma
Washington Community High School,Washington Il | Washington Il | 05-1981