Kellye Foster
Herriman,UT
Summary
Experienced Bartender/server known for thriving in high-volume environments and helping build bars from the ground up. I bring a strong mix of speed, creativity, and leadership- ranging from cocktail development to training staff and opening new concepts.
Recognized for creating an engaging atmosphere while delivering efficient, high-level service under pressure.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
The Union Event Center
Events/ Bartending
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2021 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Delivered high-speed bartending service at steel fist fight night, handing large scale crowds up to 4,000 a night.
- Managed heavy rushes, long lines and multiple orders while maintaining efficiency and composure,
- Worked a variety of events including fight nights, private events, festivals and large venue service,
- Strong Multitasking and crowd management skills.
Bartender
Kona Grill
Riverton, UT
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Mix and serve a variety of cocktails, ensuring consistency in flavor and presentation.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of bar area to enhance customer experience.
- Build rapport with regular patrons, fostering a welcoming atmosphere at the bar.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
Bartender Trainer
Wildfin American Girll
Riverton, UT
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed and implemented training programs for bartending techniques and cocktail preparation.
- Mentored new bartenders on customer service excellence and beverage knowledge.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and customer interaction techniques.
- Developed rapport with regular patrons, resulting in increased repeat business and loyalty.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View
Orem, UTSkills
- Customer service
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Bar and restaurant openings
- Staff training and Mentorship
- Guest Experience & Atmosphere Building
- Adapted quickly across different service styles, from upscale dining to high-volume event environments
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organization and time management
Certification
Sips and tips certified
Utah Food hanlders
Timeline
Bartender
Kona Grill
03.2024 - 01.2026
Bartender Trainer
Wildfin American Girll
11.2023 - 03.2024
The Union Event Center
Events/ Bartending
05.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mountain View