JENNIFER KIENDL
Sterling,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Magnolias At The Mill
Purcellville, VA
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards and productivity strategies.
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Increased profits with enhanced inventory oversight and strategic pricing adjustments.
Bartender
The Capital Grille
Boca Raton, FL
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- 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.
General Manager
The White Carrot
Mayville, New York
07.2016 - 11.2017
- Hired and trained a complete front of the house staff.
- I created seasonal craft cocktail lists, and extensive wine lists.
- I helped run and manage the monthly wine and dine events by pairing each wine with each course and verbally explaining each wine to the guests.
- Was responsible for handling any situations that arose with the staff including hiring and terminating them from their employment with us.
- My most important responsibility was ensuring the quality of the guest's experience.
Bartender
Capital Grille
Boca Raton, Florida
09.2012 - 07.2016
- I was responsible for creating craft cocktails, creating drinks for servers, guests, and being able to suggest a great wine pairing with different menu selections.
Writer/Backend Developer
Champagne & Parisi Real Estate
Boca Raton, FL
02.2013 - 04.2014
- Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX and JSON coding.
- Provided front-end website development using WordPress, Hubspot and other editing software.
- Coded websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and jQuery languages.
- Conducted testing and review of website design for responsiveness, clarity and effectiveness.
- Wrote descriptions for the living communities, and homes for sale in Palm Beach County.
Server/Lead Bartender
Mortons The Steakhouse
Boca Raton, Florida
03.2006 - 08.2012
- Was responsible for explaining in detail the menu to every guest to help start off their dining experience
- Engaged in fine dining service standards, as a bartender created many cocktails during high volume periods
- Learned to move incredibly fast while always keeping a smile on my face and connecting with people.
Backend Developer
Uniform Discount
Delray Beach , FL
03.2009 - 04.2012
- Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX and JSON coding.
- Provided front-end website development using WordPress, Hubspot and other editing software.
- Coded websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and jQuery languages.
- Conducted testing and review of website design for responsiveness, clarity and effectiveness.
- Employed search engine optimization tactics to increase reach of targeted audience.
- Converted graphic designs to usable web images using Adobe Photo Shop.
Bartender
The Boca Raton Polo Club
Boca Raton, Florida
01.2005 - 02.2006
- The Polo Club featured five different restaurants and hosted a plethora of events
- I was responsible for helping to set up these events and break them down
- Serving members, and making cocktails.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maple Grove High School
Bemus Point, NYBusiness Administration Information Technology
Jamestown Business College
Jamestown, NYSkills
- Team Leadership
- Guest Satisfaction
- Staff Training
- Aloha POS
- Menu Pricing and Writing
- Staff Scheduling
- Supply Ordering
- Design Software: Sketch, Invision, Photoshop
- Back-End and Database Skills
- Avid Learner
- Website Maintenance
Timeline
Bar Manager
Magnolias At The Mill
05.2021 - 03.2022
Bartender
The Capital Grille
01.2018 - 04.2021
General Manager
The White Carrot
07.2016 - 11.2017
Writer/Backend Developer
Champagne & Parisi Real Estate
02.2013 - 04.2014
Bartender
Capital Grille
09.2012 - 07.2016
Backend Developer
Uniform Discount
03.2009 - 04.2012
Server/Lead Bartender
Mortons The Steakhouse
03.2006 - 08.2012
Bartender
The Boca Raton Polo Club
01.2005 - 02.2006
High School Diploma -
Maple Grove High School
Business Administration Information Technology
Jamestown Business College