Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Crossroads
Spartanburg , SC
09.2014 - 10.2016
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender Shift Manager
Lil D’s
Spartanburg , SC
06.2012 - 07.2014
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
Bartender Shift Manager
Applebees
Spartanburg , SC
02.2009 - 04.2012
Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
Trained Number new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
Established rules for ejecting problem customers from bar to reduce liability and maintain pleasant environment.
Completed accurate inventory records to thwart malicious activities and maintain organized and profitable establishment.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
Maintained relationships with restaurant vendors to facilitate effective inventory management and implement cost controls.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets and increased sales and profits.
Operated efficiently in high-volume setting to prepare and serve more than Number drinks per hour.
Bar and Restaurant Manager
PJs Bar And Grille
Spartanburg , SC
03.2004 - 01.2009
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
Business Owner
Venus Pie
Spartanburg , SC
02.1997 - 09.2000
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.