Joshua Vinsack
Kent,OH
Summary
Capable multi-tasker passionate about serving customers well, while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and positive attitude in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in higher end establishments. Very knowledgeable in how business works and will catch on very quickly on to what needs to be done to exceed expectations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Upper Deck Lakeside Patio Bar
04.2023 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Interior Painter
Faux Fabulous Interiors
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Removed fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps, and electric switch covers prior to painting.
General Manager
Chipotle
03.2018 - 02.2023
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Conducted interviews and onboarding with selected employees.
Bartender
Kent State Hotel And Conference Center
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Plant Caretaker
Green Valley Growers
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Inspected moisture content of soil to modify existing sprinkler systems, taking into account evaporation and water retention factors.
- Operated tractors and used wheelbarrows to move containerized shrubs, plants and trees from one destination to another.
- Water, pruned and groomed plants and trees to maintain health and attractiveness.
- Transplanted seedlings and young plants to promote growth and prepare plants for sale or transfer to other locations.
- Inspected plants to identify for signs of disease or infestation and address problems early.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts And Sustainability
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2022
Skills
- Guest Satisfaction
- Reconciling Cash Drawers
- Food and Beverage Management
- Liquor, Beer and Wine Knowledge
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Recipe and Menu Memorization
- Staff Management
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Sales Expertise
- Anticipating Guest Needs
Certification
Servsafe certified
Timeline
Bartender
The Upper Deck Lakeside Patio Bar
04.2023 - Current
Interior Painter
Faux Fabulous Interiors
02.2023 - 09.2023
Bartender
Kent State Hotel And Conference Center
10.2021 - 08.2022
Plant Caretaker
Green Valley Growers
03.2020 - 08.2020
General Manager
Chipotle
03.2018 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts And Sustainability
Kent State University
Servsafe certified
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