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Karyn  Palmer

Karyn Palmer

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Versatile and dynamic, adept in plant identification and field research from my tenure at Old Dominion University, coupled with exceptional customer service skills honed throughout years within the restaurant industry. Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and meticulous scientific research, underscoring my capacity as a reliable team player and a proactive problem-solver.

Overview

12
12

Years of bartending experience

2
2

Years of environmental experience

19
19

Years of restaurant experience

5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Bartender

Sorella's
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2024 - Current
  • Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system

Research Field/Lab Assistant–TREEBUD Intern

ODU Department of Biological Sciences
Norfolk, VA
05.2023 - 07.2024
  • Participated in a National Science Foundation-funded research program with an emphasis on plant biology
  • Designed and carried out multiple greenhouse experiments under the guidance of a faculty advisor
  • Assessed seed germination and radicle emergence
  • Identified wetland plant species in the field
  • Conducted soil sampling in wetland environments
  • Measured salinity levels of interstitial and surface waters
  • Collected above- and belowground biomass samples from target species
  • Assisted graduate students in their experiments while learning new field and laboratory techniques

Bartender

Mizuno Japanese Restaurant
Virginia Beach, Virginia
09.2020 - 10.2023

• Helped manage bar inventory of spirits, beer, wine, and sake
• Created orders, documented special requests, and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster
top-quality service and minimize complaints
• Performed additional roles when necessary. I.E., table service, bussing, hosting, and food running
• Helped manage take out orders. I.E. taking phone orders, accurately packing items, and prompt
delivery of orders
• Delivered accurate cocktails, beer, wine, and sake to guests and the service well in a timely manner
• Collected credit card, cash, and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions
• Maintained relations with guests, resulting in returning regulars
• Provided excellent customer service throughout the shift

Bartender

Becca at the Historic Cavalier
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2020 - 04.2021

• Created from scratch various syrups, mixes, and ingredients for use in the bar
• Maintained supplies of wine, liquor, and beer
• Collected credit card, cash, and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions
• Executed opening and closing procedures in a timely manner
• Delivered accurate cocktails, beers, and wine to guests and the service well in a prompt manner
• Provided excellent customer service throughout the shift

Bartender

Maggiano's
Richmond , VA
12.2012 - 03.2020

• Managed bar inventory of spirits, beer, and wine
• Created orders, documented special requests, and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster
top-quality service and minimize complaints
• Created from scratch various syrups, mixes, and ingredients for use in the bar
• Collected credit card, cash, and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions
• Delivered accurate cocktails, beer, and wine to guests and the service well in a timely manner
• Executed opening and closing procedures in a timely manner
• Maintained relations with guests, resulting in returning regulars
• Provided excellent customer service throughout the shift

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
01.2021 - 05.2024

Associate of Science - Biology

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA
09.2008 - 05.2010

Skills

  • Plant Identification
  • Field research
  • Soil sampling
  • GPS
  • Data Entry and Analysis
  • Reliable
  • Team Player
  • Customer service

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Bartender

Sorella's
12.2024 - Current

Research Field/Lab Assistant–TREEBUD Intern

ODU Department of Biological Sciences
05.2023 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Old Dominion University
01.2021 - 05.2024

Bartender

Mizuno Japanese Restaurant
09.2020 - 10.2023

Bartender

Becca at the Historic Cavalier
07.2020 - 04.2021

Bartender

Maggiano's
12.2012 - 03.2020

Associate of Science - Biology

Tidewater Community College
09.2008 - 05.2010
Karyn Palmer