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Kevia Hamilton

Kevia Hamilton

Fort Washington ,MD

Summary

Hospitality professional with 17+ years of experience in luxury hotels, high-volume bars, and casino environments. Known for exceptional guest service, strong sales performance, and leadership that drives results. Skilled in mixology, team training, and creating memorable guest experiences that increase revenue and loyalty.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

AC Marriott Hotel
Oxon Hill, MD
06.2023 - Current
  • Deliver elevated beverage service in a luxury hotel setting
  • Prepare handcrafted cocktails with precision and consistency
  • Perform opening and closing duties, including cash handling and inventory
  • Maintain a clean, organized, guest-ready bar
  • Ensure full compliance with alcohol service and safety standards

Cocktail Waitress

MGM Grand Casino
Oxon Hill, MD
03.2022 - 04.2023
  • Provided fast, attentive beverage service in a high-traffic casino environment
  • Built rapport with guests while promoting premium brands and specials
  • Increased monthly beverage sales by 30% through strategic upselling
  • Resolved guest concerns to maintain exceptional satisfaction

Bartender

The Artemis
Washington, DC
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Created signature cocktails to support branding and increase revenue
  • Served large crowds during peak hours and special events
  • Managed bar inventory and restocking
  • Upsold menu items to maximize per-guest spending
  • Built loyal repeat clientele through personalized service

Bar Manager

The Meeting Place Restaurant & Bar
Washington, DC
08.2012 - 02.2020
  • Oversaw daily bar operations, staffing, and scheduling
  • Recruited, trained, and supervised bartenders and bar support staff
  • Controlled inventory, reduced waste, and managed costs
  • Increased profitability through promotions and sales strategies
  • Maintained compliance with alcohol laws and company standards

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
05.2009

High School Diploma -

Potomac High School
Oxon Hill, MD
05.2003

Skills

  • Bartending & Mixology High-Volume Service Guest Experience Excellence POS Systems & Cash Handling Inventory & Cost Control Upselling & Revenue Growth Staff Training & Leadership Alcohol & Food Safety Compliance

Certification

  • Certified Mixologist Professional Bartending School Of Arlington 2011

Timeline

Bartender

AC Marriott Hotel
06.2023 - Current

Cocktail Waitress

MGM Grand Casino
03.2022 - 04.2023

Bartender

The Artemis
02.2021 - 03.2022

Bar Manager

The Meeting Place Restaurant & Bar
08.2012 - 02.2020

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Northern Virginia Community College

High School Diploma -

Potomac High School