Keely Bahen
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Dependable hospitality professional with experience in bartending, table service, and guest care. Skilled in time management, conflict resolution, and accurate cash handling. Maintains calm, friendly service during busy shifts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Vivo Ristorante
Raleigh, North Carolina
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered meals, drinks, and checks to tables, ensuring prompt and accurate service.
- Processed bar tabs and managed cash and credit card transactions with precision.
- Organized bar stock and replenished glassware, garnishes, and supplies to maintain efficiency.
- Welcomed guests in deli dining room and bar with warm, attentive service.
- Welcomed guests with a smile with friendly, professional service.
- Ensured positive interactions with customers pleasant through friendly conversation and helpful support.
- Addressed guest concerns with calm, professional communication.
- Handled various responsibilities simultaneously in fast-paced environment with consistent focus.
Bartender/Server
Spiaggia Ristobar
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered meals, drinks, and checks to tables promptly
- Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Monitored bar stock and restocked glassware, garnishes, and supplies
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Organized bottles and glasses on bar shelves for an inviting presentation.
- Supported closing duties, cash handling, and end-of-shift cleanup
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
Server/Bartender
Vivo Ristorante
Raleigh, North Carolina
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Prepared cocktails and poured wine at bar station.
- Combined house ingredients to create unique cocktails for guests. for custom and menu drink orders.
- Took accurate orders and entered requests into POS system.
- Presented menu specials and answered food and wine questions.
- Stayed calm and professional during busy periods to support strong customer service.
- Multitasked effectively in fast-paced environment.
- Established rapport with customers, enhancing overall bar experience.
- Managed bar inventory and proactively restocked items to ensure seamless service.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and shared new promotions.
Bartender/Server
The Modern Life Deli and Drinks
Pittsboro, North Carolina
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Crafted and served cocktails and beverages, enhancing guest experience with modern drink recipes.
- Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card payments.
- Welcomed guests with friendly service in deli dining room and bar.
- Kept dining areas, counters, and service stations clean and organized.
- Coordinated multiple tasks efficiently in high-volume setting to ensure smooth operations. in a fast-paced environment.
- Supported closing tasks, cash handling, and end-of-shift cleanup.
- Remained composed and courteous during peak service times. during busy periods to support strong guest service.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to create attractive displays.
- Welcomed regular guests by name, fostering relationships and promoting new offerings.
Salon Director
Sun Tan City
Raleigh, North Carolina
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Supported daily salon operations to keep workflow smooth and service quality consistent.
- Coached staff on effective communication, enhancing client interactions.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly to support positive salon experiences.
- Managed employee scheduling to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours. and payroll tasks.
- Scheduled team coverage and balanced floor assignments.
- Trained employees on upselling techniques and stronger client engagement.
- Tracked inventory levels and coordinated timely restocking of products and supplies.
- Completed retail inventory checks and submitted supply orders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School
Pittsboro, NC06-2020
Skills
- Cocktail preparation
- Cocktail service
- Beverage service
- Wine pairings
- Draft beer service
- Food preparation
- Food running
- Bar inventory
- Cash management
- POS transactions
- Closing processes
- Customer service
- Menu knowledge
- Customer needs assessment
- Customer retention strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Vivo Ristorante
11.2025 - Current
Bartender/Server
Spiaggia Ristobar
07.2024 - 02.2025
Server/Bartender
Vivo Ristorante
10.2023 - 07.2024
Bartender/Server
The Modern Life Deli and Drinks
10.2022 - 10.2023
Salon Director
Sun Tan City
05.2020 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School