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Kort Hoke

Kort Hoke

San Diego,US

Summary

Experienced bartender with 6+ years in the industry, utilizing my ability to be very personable and problem-solving skills to thrive in chaotic environments. Transitioned to a successful sales profession, mastering communication and emotional intelligence. Expertise in hard closing and overcoming objections from door-to-door experience. Natural ability to read people and quickly determine buyer potential.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Representative

Vivint Smart Home
Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Door to door sales.
  • Generated leads independently by canvassing residential areas to acquire potential clients.
  • Building value and package for cameras, smart home, and solar. Then, building trust to run their credit for a loan.
  • Fighting through smoke screen and objections to get them to agree to purchase the product.
  • Going through contracts and finalizing documents for a loan, typically for $3,000-$5,000.
  • Convincing them to get installed the same day, so I did not lose the deal.

Bartender

Meze Greek Fusion
San Diego, US
03.2022 - Current
  • Working high-volume nights, typically making about 75 cocktails a night.
  • 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.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.

Lead Bartender/Server/Gaucho

Rodizio Grill
Fort Collins
10.2018 - 01.2022
  • Highly rated and popular Brazilian steakhouse.
  • Continuously obtain knowledge of spirits, wine, and beer to serve and create quality drinks.
  • Effectively communicate with co-workers and customers to provide a seamless experience.
  • Consistently stock the bar to anticipate future needs.

Security/Kitchen Assistant Manager

Yeti Bar and Grill
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Setting the pace for service, ensuring everyone is getting served in a timely fashion
  • Actively managing other staff by maintaining organization
  • Staying composed during busy hours.

Education

Fossil Ridge High School
Fort Collins, CO

Skills

  • Ice breaking and disarming
  • Sales closing
  • Sales and upselling
  • Cocktail Building
  • Speed
  • POS System (Aloha)
  • Creativity

Certification

  • RBS certified
  • Food handler card
  • Tips certified
  • ID verification course (police dep)

Languages

English

Timeline

Sales Representative

Vivint Smart Home
02.2024 - 09.2024

Bartender

Meze Greek Fusion
03.2022 - Current

Lead Bartender/Server/Gaucho

Rodizio Grill
10.2018 - 01.2022

Security/Kitchen Assistant Manager

Yeti Bar and Grill
08.2018 - 10.2018

Fossil Ridge High School
Kort Hoke