Karli Brown
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Atlas the Restaurant, excelling in high-volume environments and fostering strong customer relationships. Expert in cash management and inventory control, coupled with an engaging personality and effective communication. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and enhance customer satisfaction, driving operational excellence.
Qualified with solid background supporting and enhancing studio operations through effective organization and creative problem-solving. Assisted in preparation and maintenance of art supplies, ensuring smooth workflow. Demonstrated proficiency in handling various art materials and techniques, while fostering collaborative studio environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Atlas the Restaurant
02.2019 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Production Assistant
George Dombek Studios
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Contributed to a positive studio environment by fostering strong relationships with artists, clients, and community members through open communication and teamwork.
- Increased artist productivity with prompt assistance in setting up, cleaning, and maintaining tools and equipment.
- Collaborated with fellow studio assistants to complete large-scale projects efficiently while maintaining high-quality artistic standards.
- Worked with Adobe Suites to create designs for the artist to use.
- Managed inventory of art supplies and materials to ensure consistent availability for studio needs.
Restaurant Manager
Ramo D'olivo
05.2017 - 03.2022
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
Restaurant Team Leader
Tusk and Trotter
05.2013 - 01.2019
- Mentored new hires during onboarding process, ensuring smooth integration into the team while maintaining high standards of service quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, taking swift corrective action to resolve issues while preserving brand reputation.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts/ Art History
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2024
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, AR05-2021
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Sales expertise
- Clear and effective communication
- Engaging personality
- Customer service expertise
- Digital illustration
- Print production
- Artistic collaboration
Timeline
Production Assistant
George Dombek Studios
05.2024 - 10.2024
Bartender
Atlas the Restaurant
02.2019 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Ramo D'olivo
05.2017 - 03.2022
Restaurant Team Leader
Tusk and Trotter
05.2013 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts/ Art History
University of Arkansas
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
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