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Kimberly Newberry

Cedar Lake,IN

Summary

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. Capable guest service professional passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in [Type] establishments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Bartender and Server

Asparagus Restaurant
08.2020 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Symphony Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2018 - 11.2019
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Education

Associate of Arts - Hospitality Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
06.2001

Skills

  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • Basic Accounting
  • Payment Processing
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Food Service
  • Health Codes Compliance
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Food Preparation

Timeline

Restaurant Bartender and Server

Asparagus Restaurant
08.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Symphony Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2018 - 11.2019

Associate of Arts - Hospitality Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

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