John Vestal
West Sayville,NY
Summary
Highly motivated and analytical professional with a passion for uncovering valuable insights. Adept at conducting research through critical analysis and data interpretation, honed through academic studies while consistently working and earning communication, organizational and time management skills in the hospitality industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
The Linwood
01.2022 - Current
- Organization of inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Facilitation of simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Performing opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and providing detailed daily reports.
Bartender
South Shore Dive
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Manager
The Brickhouse Brewery
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
Sous Chef
Verace
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Server Shift Leader
The Brickhouse Brewery
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Line Cook
Bay Kitchen Bar
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Catering Server/Sous Chef
Hampton Clam Bake And Catering
06.2014 - 05.2016
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
- Worked with chefs to plan menus according to client needs and budgets.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers and overall catering needs.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Sales Representative
Claws Seafood Market
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Assistant Manager
Seasons Of Southampton
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Provided exceptional service to guests by immediately addressing needs and requests.
- Set up and broke down conference and banquet rooms to meet facility standards and specifications.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Sales Representative
Clamman
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY12.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY12.2019
High School Diploma -
Sayville High School
West Sayville, NY06.2016
Skills
- Attention to detail and organization
- Communication and presentation
- Focused on teamwork and collaboration
- Competencies in various software programs
Timeline
Bartender
The Linwood
01.2022 - Current
Bartender
South Shore Dive
08.2020 - 05.2022
Manager
The Brickhouse Brewery
03.2019 - 09.2020
Sous Chef
Verace
07.2018 - 03.2019
Server Shift Leader
The Brickhouse Brewery
06.2016 - 06.2018
Line Cook
Bay Kitchen Bar
05.2015 - 05.2016
Catering Server/Sous Chef
Hampton Clam Bake And Catering
06.2014 - 05.2016
Sales Representative
Claws Seafood Market
06.2013 - 06.2015
Assistant Manager
Seasons Of Southampton
06.2012 - 06.2013
Sales Representative
Clamman
06.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - History
SUNY Stony Brook
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Suffolk County Community College
High School Diploma -
Sayville High School
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