Kelsye Herrera
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dynamic and highly reliable bartender with a proven track record at Dive Bar, excelling in customer service and cash handling. Known for strong multitasking abilities and fostering loyal clientele through engaging interactions. Adept at managing high-volume service while maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Dive Bar
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area and equipment.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and complaints promptly.
- Developed knowledge of drink recipes, ingredients, and proper serving techniques.
- Handled cash and credit transactions accurately during busy shifts.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
Expo Runner
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Delivered timely support to culinary team by efficiently transporting ingredients and supplies.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen and storage areas.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities, ensuring smooth operation during peak service hours.
- Collaborated with staff to optimize workflow and enhance overall efficiency in food preparation.
Counter Person
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted customers with seafood selection and preparation, providing exceptional service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Operated cash register, processing transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to manage inventory levels and restock supplies as needed.
Busser
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted servers with table settings and clearing used dishes promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area, ensuring a welcoming environment for guests.
- Restocked supplies and assisted in inventory management to support service efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food items to customers.
Food Runner
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Delivered food orders promptly to tables, ensuring guest satisfaction and timely service.
- Assisted kitchen staff by transporting prepared dishes and replenishing supplies as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with waitstaff to ensure accurate order delivery and address customer inquiries.
Server
Bar and Grill
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.
- Managed food and drink orders efficiently using POS systems to streamline service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of high-quality meals to guests.
- Upsold menu items effectively, enhancing guest experience and increasing overall sales revenue.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly, fostering a positive dining atmosphere and repeat business.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Landscaper
Padre Palms
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Assisted in planting, pruning, and maintaining various plant species for optimal health.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscape design plans efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while performing landscaping tasks.
Education
GED -
Flour Bluff High School
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Patience and tolerance
- Engaging personality
- Handling difficult customers
- Cash register operation
- Memory retention
Timeline
Bartender
Dive Bar
06.2025 - 01.2026
Expo Runner
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
Counter Person
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
Busser
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
Food Runner
Grumbles Seafood
03.2025 - 06.2025
Server
Bar and Grill
03.2024 - 03.2025
Landscaper
Padre Palms
01.2022 - 07.2022
GED -
Flour Bluff High School