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Kier Sheldon

Largo,FL

Summary

Reliable and hardworking professional works autonomously or in teams to serve several customers per shift. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment. Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus. Customer-oriented bartender offering several-year background preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Friendly and upbeat individual possessing outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Server

Crabbys on the Pass
Treasure Island, FL
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.

Bartender/Server

Slyce Pizza Bar
Indian Rocks Beach, FL
06.2015 - 06.2023
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
  • Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.

Bartender

Hilton
Clearwater Beach, FL
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.

Bartender

Clear Sky Draught Haus
Dunedin, FL
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.

Bartender

Brown Boxer Pub & Grill The
Clearwater Beach, FL
07.2010 - 06.2013
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.

Bartender

Palm Pavilion
Clearwater Beach, FL
06.2004 - 06.2010
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.

Server

Bahama Breeze Island Grille
Rocky Point, FL
01.2004 - 06.2004
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Assisted in training new servers.
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
  • Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.

Expeditor Server, Bartender, Bartender Trainer

T.G.I. FRIDAY'S - Bar & Restaurant
Tampa, FL
11.2000 - 01.2003

See below

Expeditor /Server/ Bartender/ Training Bartender

T.G.I. FRIDAY'S - Bar & Restaurant
Kansas City, MO
06.1991 - 08.2000

This job taught me the basics of kitchen work. I began as an expeditor. I quickly advanced to server within a year. I had worked in fast food for several years before. After another year or so, I was advanced to bartender. I quickly caught on and moved up to bartender trainer. I was responsible for training new bartenders in a fast pace environment

Education

High School Diploma -

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS

Skills

  • Menu Memorization
  • Safe service compliance
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Payment Processing
  • Food Preparation
  • Health codes compliance
  • Mixology
  • Suggestive Selling
  • New Hire Training
  • Liquor restocking
  • Beer and wine recommendations
  • Customer service expertise
  • Food Running
  • Extensive beer knowledge
  • Proficient in mixology
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Engaging personality

Additional skills

I am an avid dog lover, runner, bicyclist and motorcycle enthuist.

Timeline

Bartender/Server

Crabbys on the Pass
06.2024 - 09.2024

Bartender/Server

Slyce Pizza Bar
06.2015 - 06.2023

Bartender

Hilton
06.2014 - 06.2015

Bartender

Clear Sky Draught Haus
06.2013 - 06.2014

Bartender

Brown Boxer Pub & Grill The
07.2010 - 06.2013

Bartender

Palm Pavilion
06.2004 - 06.2010

Server

Bahama Breeze Island Grille
01.2004 - 06.2004

Expeditor Server, Bartender, Bartender Trainer

T.G.I. FRIDAY'S - Bar & Restaurant
11.2000 - 01.2003

Expeditor /Server/ Bartender/ Training Bartender

T.G.I. FRIDAY'S - Bar & Restaurant
06.1991 - 08.2000

High School Diploma -

Johnson County Community College
Kier Sheldon