KELLY HUGHES
ATLANTA,GA
Summary
Offering strong ability to connect with customers and provide high-quality service. Brings understanding of mixology principles and ability to quickly learn new recipes and techniques. Ready to use and develop organizational and multitasking skills in a Bartender role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
IHG, The Americano Restaurant
09.2024 - 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.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Bartender
Bonefish Grill
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Employee of the month May 2023 & April 2024
Bartender
The River Club
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies, and arranging tables.
- Responded to guest questions and requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Prepared wide variety of mixed drinks by applying extensive cocktail knowledge.
- Played an active role in inventory management by ordering supplies as needed, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste.
- Worked closely with event coordinators on customized beverage options tailored specifically to client needs and preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY05-2009
Skills
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Strong multitasking
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Responsible alcohol service, TIPS Certification
Certification
- TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) Certification - Health Communications, Inc.
Timeline
Bartender
IHG, The Americano Restaurant
09.2024 - Current
Bartender
The River Club
04.2024 - 07.2024
Bartender
Bonefish Grill
01.2023 - 08.2024
- TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) Certification - Health Communications, Inc.
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities
SUNY Buffalo State
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