Jennifer Hoffman
Ocala
Summary
Experienced bartender and server skilled in inventory management, cash handling, and team collaboration. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences while maintaining cleanliness and organization in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
Ocala
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages to hotel guests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
- Assisted in managing inventory of bar supplies and ingredients.
- Engaged with guests to provide excellent customer service.
- Followed health and safety regulations while handling food and drinks.
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card transactions.
Bartender, Server, Manager
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
The Villages
10.2018 - 11.2025
- Oversaw daily restaurant operations and ensured adherence to company standards.
- Managed staff scheduling and maintained adequate labor coverage during peak hours.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to uphold restaurant reputation and satisfaction.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
- Trained and mentored bartenders on drink preparation and customer service techniques.
Server, Bartender
Prima Italian Steakhouse
The Villages
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Provided excellent customer service and ensured guest satisfaction during dining experiences.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service standards.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Bartender, Server, Cocktail Server
Maggianos
Las Vegas
09.2014 - 06.2018
- Mixed cocktails using high-quality ingredients to enhance guest experience.
- Provided prompt beverage service in fast-paced bar environment.
- Managed customer orders and ensured accurate drink preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of serving area at all times.
- Processed payments efficiently using point-of-sale system.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Maintained accurate cash handling practices while efficiently serving customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Everett High School
Everett, MA06-1998
Skills
- Beverage preparation
- Inventory management
- Cash handling
- Cocktail mixing
- Health regulations compliance
- Customer relationship management
- Staff training
- Ordering bar supplies
- Beverage supply orders
- Point of sale systems
- Highly reliable
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
05.2025 - Current
Server, Bartender
Prima Italian Steakhouse
09.2021 - 11.2024
Bartender, Server, Manager
Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza
10.2018 - 11.2025
Bartender, Server, Cocktail Server
Maggianos
09.2014 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Everett High School