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Kaitlin Connelly

Leesville,SC

Summary

I am a mom of 3 with extensive experience in private childcare and child rearing. My bartending and management experience have taught me valuable skills and strengthened my patience. I am organized, detail oriented and love working with children of all ages. I am looking to start at an entry position and strive to move up the ladder.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Mel's Bar.
Batesburg-Leesville, SC
03.2024 - Current
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.

Bartender

The Hidden Tavern
Lexington, SC
05.2022 - 02.2024
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
  • Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Beerden and Boxcar Manager

Lowes Foods
Lexington, SC
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
  • Determined marketing strategies by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.

Private Nanny

Adam and Sara Yarborough
Irmo, SC
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
  • Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry and sanitized play areas.
  • Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing, and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
  • Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
  • Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled, and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
  • Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
  • Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
  • Sparked creativity and imagination by teaching children new ideas each day.
  • Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
  • Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gilbert Highschool
Gilbert, SC
06-2018

Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Early Childhood Development
  • Activities Planning
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Schedule Management
  • Positive Reinforcement

Timeline

Bartender

Mel's Bar.
03.2024 - Current

Bartender

The Hidden Tavern
05.2022 - 02.2024

Beerden and Boxcar Manager

Lowes Foods
05.2022 - 04.2023

Private Nanny

Adam and Sara Yarborough
01.2018 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Gilbert Highschool

Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies

Liberty University
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