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Jennifer Ralston

Jennifer Ralston

Santa Cruz,CA
Live to laugh

Summary

Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Callahan's Bar
12.2018 - 04.2023
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Office Manager

Blue Water Sedans And Limousines
01.2015 - 06.2018
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Updated reports, managed 30 plus accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks to 18+ drivers effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Assisted in recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote seamless integration into team dynamic.
  • Served as liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
  • Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.

Travel Agent

Happy Vacations
03.2010 - 01.2015
  • Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives, and special needs clients.
  • Designed personalized vacation experiences based on thorough understanding of each client''s interests, budget constraints, and desired outcomes.
  • Increased client satisfaction by creating customized travel itineraries tailored to individual preferences and needs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues, leading to positive reviews and recommendations from satisfied clients.
  • Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
  • Researched and kept abreast of new travel destinations, attractions, hotels and restaurants to increase services offered.
  • Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Improved overall revenue by upselling additional services such as excursions, insurance, and upgraded accommodations when appropriate.
  • Advised customers on necessary travel documents and visa requirements to successfully reach planned destination.
  • Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.
  • Managed complex itinerary changes due to unforeseen circumstances without sacrificing customer satisfaction or incurring unnecessary expenses.
  • Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations.
  • Supervised payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discreteness.
  • Organized group tours, coordinating logistics and accommodations to ensure smooth experience for all participants.
  • Generated repeat business through proactive follow-up with past clients, soliciting feedback on their experiences and offering tailored recommendations for future trips.
  • Expanded agency's destination offerings by researching emerging travel trends and negotiating contracts with new providers.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing exclusive deals and discounts for clients.

Education

No Degree - General Education

Cabrillo College, Aptos, CA

Certificate of Completion - Travel, Hotel, Airline, Rental Car Hospitality

Charlie Brown School of Travel, Colorado Springs, CO
2010

High School Diploma -

Santa Cruz High School, Santa Cruz, CA
06.1991

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer Service
  • Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
  • Highly reliable
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Team player attitude

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Bartender - Callahan's Bar
12.2018 - 04.2023
Office Manager - Blue Water Sedans And Limousines
01.2015 - 06.2018
Travel Agent - Happy Vacations
03.2010 - 01.2015
Cabrillo College - No Degree, General Education
Charlie Brown School of Travel - Certificate of Completion, Travel, Hotel, Airline, Rental Car Hospitality
Santa Cruz High School - High School Diploma,
Jennifer Ralston