Jessimy McKown
Bartender/Server
New Port Richey,FL
Do one thing every day that scares you.
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Timeline
Server - Bacchus On The Beach
04.2025 - 10.2025
Bartender - Dreamers
11.2023 - 08.2024
Bartender/Server - Field’s Steak & Oyster
04.2020 - 06.2024
Server - Salute! Restaurant
06.2017 - 10.2018
Server - The Mediterranean
05.2001 - 07.2005
University of Colorado At Boulder - ,
Work History
Server
Bacchus On The Beach
Pass Christian, MS
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and daily specials to inform customers effectively.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery to customers.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu knowledge and service standards.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Utilized knowledge of menu to make recommendations, enhancing customer dining experience.
Bartender
Dreamers
Long Beach, MS
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages to meet customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area for compliance with health standards.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Bartender/Server
Field’s Steak & Oyster
Bay Saint Louis, MS
04.2020 - 06.2024
- Prepared and served beverages in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and drink recommendations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area.
- Operated POS system for efficient order processing.
- Engaged with customers to foster relationships, encouraging repeat business through personalized service.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
- Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
Server
Salute! Restaurant
Gulfport, MS
06.2017 - 10.2018
Server
The Mediterranean
Boulder, CO
05.2001 - 07.2005
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Education
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Hospitality service expertise
- Menu memorization
- Food running
- High volume dining
- Food safety practices
- Table bussing
- Performance improvement
- Point of sale operation
- Beverage preparation
- Tableside etiquette
- Food and beverage pairings
- Wine service
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Responsible beverage service
- Positive and professional
- Server training
- Reliable and responsible
- Adaptable and flexible
- High energy and stamina
Summary
Hospitality professional known for delivering high-quality service and creating memorable dining experiences. Extensive experience in fast-paced environments, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. Strong team player with focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to dynamic situations. Key skills include effective communication and multitasking.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeCertification
ServSafe- Alcohol certification food handling
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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