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Karen Woodward

Venice,FL

Summary

Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Manager

Baymont Inn & Suit Hotel
Groton, CT
07.1993 - 03.2020
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
  • Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
  • Trained [Number] new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
  • Established rules for ejecting problem customers from bar to reduce liability and maintain pleasant environment.
  • Created balanced shift schedules to keep bar reasonably staffed during peak periods and maximize earnings for bartenders.
  • Completed accurate inventory records to thwart malicious activities and maintain organized and profitable establishment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Key West High School, Key West, FL
06.1976

Skills

  • TIPS Certified
  • Bar Operations and Logistics
  • Liquor, Beer and Wine Knowledge
  • Food and Beverage Service
  • Staff Scheduling
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Reconciling Cash Drawers
  • Employee Performance Evaluations

Timeline

Bartender/Manager - Baymont Inn & Suit Hotel
07.1993 - 03.2020
Key West High School - High School Diploma,
Karen Woodward