Jessica James
Paducah,KY
Summary
Dynamic Bar Manager with proven expertise in enhancing customer experience and driving revenue growth. Skilled in team training, innovative beverage creation, and compliance with health regulations. Ready to elevate bar operations and foster supplier collaboration.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Bar Manager
Silent Brigade Distillery
Paducah, Kentucky
07.2024 - Current
- Trained team members on beverage preparation and customer service standards to enhance guest experience.
- Developed seasonal cocktail menus using innovative ingredients from local suppliers.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies to ensure smooth operations.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to comply with industry regulations.
- Collaborated with distillery team to enhance product knowledge and promote brand visibility.
- Increased revenue by promoting additional products and optimizing beverage menu offerings.
- Monitored cash intake to reduce discrepancies.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the bar area including countertops, shelves and equipment.
Special Events Bartender
Carson Center
2018 - Current
Salon Owner
Hair By Jess
Paducah, Kentucky
2015 - Current
Bar Manager
Buzzard Rock
Kuttawa, Kentucky
2019 - 2022
- Supported operations during peak seasonal periods to ensure smooth service delivery
- Managed daily bar operations and ensured smooth service delivery.
- Trained and supervised staff on cocktail preparation and customer service standards.
- Developed drink menus featuring seasonal ingredients and local spirits.
Bartender
Incognito
2013 - 2015
Bar Manager
The Scene
Paducah, Kentucky
Education
High School Diploma -
Joppa High School
Joppa, IL05-2004
Skills
- Beverage preparation
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Health regulations compliance
- Revenue enhancement
- Customer relationship management
- Event coordination
- Product promotion
- Cash handling
- Supervision and leadership
- Team training
- Organization
- Recordkeeping
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Dependable and responsible
- Flexible and adaptable
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Cleanliness standards
Certification
STAR
Timeline
Bar Manager
Silent Brigade Distillery
07.2024 - Current
Special Events Bartender
Carson Center
2018 - Current
Salon Owner
Hair By Jess
2015 - Current
Bar Manager
Buzzard Rock
2019 - 2022
Bartender
Incognito
2013 - 2015
Bar Manager
The Scene
High School Diploma -
Joppa High School