Joshua Mefford
St Louis,MO
Summary
Attentive professional with twenty six years of experience serving the St Louis community. Cultivated life long relationships with guests based on mutual kindness and respect. Passionate about providing the finest personal service that fulfills all the expressed and unexpressed wishes and needs of all guests.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender Trainer
801 Chophouse
St Louis , MO
2014.11 - Current
- Developed and conducted comprehensive training plans for new bartenders, emphasizing customer service, product knowledge, and responsible alcohol service.
- Instructed trainees on how to properly use POS systems as well as handle cash transactions accurately.
- Researched current trends in the beverage industry in order to keep up-to-date with new products or services offered.
- Curated the bar for grand opening, organizing the placement of tools and ingredients for optimal service in a high volume environment.
- Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Bartender
Sasha's on Shaw
St Louis , MO
2011.06 - 2013.12
- Provided all aspects of service in a fun neighborhood wine bar. Took on various responsibilities such as hosting, serving customers, assisting the bar staff with stocking and cleaning tasks, maintaining hygiene by managing dish washing duties, and ensuring overall security.
- Increased knowledge of viticulture.
Lead Server Trainer
Cardwells at the Plaza
Frontenac , MO
2004.03 - 2011.06
- As team leader, in charge of the training and supervision of all servers, bussers, and food runners. Streamlined server-side work, ensuring optimal productivity and saving the employees from redundancies in our operating procedures. Responsible for assisting managers with voids and promotions, as well as entering and removing new and old menu items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Granite City Senior High School
Granite City, IL2000-05
Skills
- Recipe creation
- Mentoring abilities
- Wine Knowledge
- Menu development
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Bartender Trainer
801 Chophouse
2014.11 - Current
Bartender
Sasha's on Shaw
2011.06 - 2013.12
Lead Server Trainer
Cardwells at the Plaza
2004.03 - 2011.06
High School Diploma -
Granite City Senior High School
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