Kayla Tweedy
Fremont,NE
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
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Bartender
One Horse Saloon
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Mentored junior cooks in refining their culinary skills through hands-on guidance during meal preparation processes.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Legends Hair Boutique
Self Employed Services
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable hairstyles based on individual preferences.
- Collaborated with a diverse clientele, accommodating unique needs and ensuring exceptional customer service experiences.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and expertise in executing complex color treatments, precision cuts, and advanced styling techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding of their specific requirements.
- Participated in industry events to stay updated on latest trends, styles, and techniques, furthering professional development as a hairstylist.
Self Employed
Mint Hair Salon
01.2020 - 09.2023
- This was my first salon I did booth rent with.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
- Enhanced salon''s reputation with consistently high-quality cuts, colors, and styling services for diverse clientele.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling and managed time efficiently to accommodate multiple clients per day.
- Stayed up-to-date on current industry trends by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
- Expanded client base through word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers and targeted marketing efforts.
- Improved client experience with thorough consultations that addressed individual needs, preferences, and lifestyle factors.
- Built a solid rapport with fellow stylists in the salon encouraging collaboration whenever possible to create a positive work atmosphere.
- Participated in promotional events within the community resulting in increased visibility for the salon among potential new clients.
Server/Bartender
Nate's Stumble Inn
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Stylist
Trios Salon
10.2014 - 12.2020
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and industry news, ensuring relevant styling suggestions for clients.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create visually appealing store displays that attracted customers and showcased merchandise effectively.
- Assisted in inventory management, keeping track of stock levels and placing orders as needed.
- Helped clients build versatile wardrobes by selecting pieces that could be mixed and matched for multiple occasions.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling process, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced wait times for clients.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Worked on 8-10 customers daily while maintaining distinguished cleanliness and organization of work areas.
Assistant General Manager
Big Red Resturant And Sports Bar
09.2007 - 08.2016
- I worked at Keno many years and started as a server/bartender.
- I also continued to work at keno part time during school and my first salon.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize spoilage or waste.
- Implemented staff training programs that improved service quality and increased customer loyalty.
- Optimized scheduling practices to ensure appropriate coverage during peak hours while minimizing labor costs.
- Enhanced communication among team members through regular meetings, promoting an open dialogue about challenges and opportunities for improvement.
- Monitored facility maintenance needs, coordinating repairs and upgrades as necessary to keep operations running smoothly.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and opportunities for menu expansion or modification based on customer preferences.
Education
Cosmetology -
Xenon International Academy II, Inc.
Omaha, NE10.2015
High School Diploma -
Sand Creek High School
05.2006
Skills
- Cooking
- Payment Processing
- Menu Memorization
- Beverage Preparation
- Food Running
- Classic Cocktails
- Preparing Garnishes
- Liquor, Beer, and Wine Knowledge
- Customer Service
- Supply Restocking
- Food Handling
- Fine Dining
- Contamination Prevention
- Ingredients Measuring
- Order Verification
- Strong Attention to Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Hospitality and Service Industry Background
Timeline
Cook/Bartender
One Horse Saloon
10.2023 - Current
Legends Hair Boutique
Self Employed Services
08.2023 - Current
Server/Bartender
Nate's Stumble Inn
10.2022 - 07.2023
Self Employed
Mint Hair Salon
01.2020 - 09.2023
Stylist
Trios Salon
10.2014 - 12.2020
Assistant General Manager
Big Red Resturant And Sports Bar
09.2007 - 08.2016
Cosmetology -
Xenon International Academy II, Inc.
High School Diploma -
Sand Creek High School
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