Karli Jennings
Head Bartender/Restaurant Manager
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with over 6 years experience in high volume casual and fine-dining establishments. Well-versed in mixology with a diverse menu of memorized drink recipes including classic craft cocktails and signature personal ones. An extensive knowledge of spirits as well as wine and beer selections make for a perfect fit in either fine dining or casual dining environments. Engages customers one-on-one and is friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head Bartender
Covey Kitchen + Cocktails
04.2022 - 03.2026
- Crafted entire cocktail menus and prep lists that would change every 5-6 months seasonally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Crafted specialty drinks and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings. Driving sales and offering fresh options for guests.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss performance goals, share feedback, and foster teamwork among employees.
- Managed inventory efficiently, reducing waste and maintaining optimal stock levels for peak periods.
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
Server Manager
Wahoo Seafood Grill
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
- Analyzed and generated end-of-shift and product inventory reports for performance and quality tracking purposes.
- Evaluated kitchen employee performance, initiated disciplinary actions and reassigned staff to meet changing customer volumes.
- Handled money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits, maintaining accuracy.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Hostess Shift Leader
Florida Cracker Kitchen
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High School
Keystone Heights, FL 08.2014 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Political Science
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL 06.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 08.2020 - Current
Skills
Measurement accuracy
Menu development
Quality control standards
Sales promotion
Staff training and supervision
Flexible and Adaptable
Hospitality service expertise
Menu memorization
Sales expertise
Order accuracy
Scheduling
Training and Development
Timeline
Head Bartender
Covey Kitchen + Cocktails
04.2022 - 03.2026
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Florida
08.2020 - Current
Server Manager
Wahoo Seafood Grill
07.2019 - 03.2022
Hostess Shift Leader
Florida Cracker Kitchen
01.2019 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - Political Science
Santa Fe College
06.2018 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High School
08.2014 - 06.2020