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Joseph Woolsey

Missoula,MT

Summary

Experienced hospitality professional with over thirty years in the restaurant industry. Worked in multiple fine dining establishments. Highly knowledgeable with food, wine, and craft cocktails. Skilled in adapting to menu changes with different point of sales systems. Proven track record of delivering exceptional service nightly for guests. Smooth communication skills that drive success in a fast-paced restaurant.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender, Server

Social Haus at Paws Up Resort
03.2024 - Current
  • Worked with Executive Chef Brandon Cunningham a 2024/2025 James Beard Award Finalist and Top Chef's in Montana.
  • Elaborate eight course tasting menu with a wine paring or specialty cocktails for each dish.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.

Server

Agate Restaurant
01.2021 - 03.2024
  • Senior staff member who carried out opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Supported needs of 100+ guests each night with a small wait staff who attended to specific needs of customers daily.
  • Lead server for wine dinners and private events weekly.
  • Voted Best Restaurant in Puget Sound

three years in a row.

Manager, Bartender, Server

Doc's Marina Grill
02.2016 - 03.2020
  • Responsible for all operations of a shift leader.
  • Setting up and opening restaurant, preparing cash drawers, taking inventory, nightly cash deposits. scheduling for 30 FOH staff.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work. Accomplished multiple tasks with in established timeframes.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.

Bartender, Server

Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Restaurant
08.2002 - 01.2016
  • Recognized as a lead banquet/server and trainer. Consistently exceeding daily sales goals. Providing personalized service to guests by quickly targeting and addressing individuals needs and concerns.
  • Acquired great knowledge about our food menu and craft cocktails plus sommelier selected wines. Provided outstanding service for upscale clientele in a high paced atmosphere.
  • Long term employment history with 14 years of service with this amazing restaurant group.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Boise State University
Boise, ID
01-1994

High School Diploma -

Merdian High School
08.1993

Skills

  • High-Volume Dining
  • Wine and Liquor Service
  • Menu Memorization and Presentation
  • Point of Sale Operation
  • Team Leadership
  • Positive Attitude
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • MT Food Handler Card
  • MT Alcohol Seller Server Permit

Reference

Brian Holwerda

Director of Operations

The Resort at Paws Up

619-204-9930


Allison Smith 

General Manager 

Doc's Marina Grill 

206-673-6273





Timeline

Bartender, Server

Social Haus at Paws Up Resort
03.2024 - Current

Server

Agate Restaurant
01.2021 - 03.2024

Manager, Bartender, Server

Doc's Marina Grill
02.2016 - 03.2020

Bartender, Server

Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Restaurant
08.2002 - 01.2016

Associate of Arts -

Boise State University

High School Diploma -

Merdian High School