Krista McNeil
Coconut Joe’s Tiki Bar
PITTSBURGH,PA
10
years of professional experience
Experienced hospitality professional with a strong record in bartending, front-of-house leadership, and guest service. Known for multitasking, reliability, and calm coordination in fast-paced settings.
Work History
Bartender
8 Months- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Bartender
3 Months- Monitored alcohol consumption, enforced responsible service standards, and maintained compliance with regulations.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, POS use, and closing procedures.
- Coordinated with servers and kitchen staff to deliver timely drink and food service.
- Streamlined opening and closing routines to improve workflow and bar readiness.
Salesperson
3 Months- Managed territory sales pipeline, prioritizing qualified prospects and strengthening customer relationships.
- Prepared accurate quotations and proposals, supporting contract negotiations and closing opportunities.
- Developed product presentations for fluid transfer solutions, aligning recommendations with client operational needs.
- Coordinated with operations teams to ensure timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
Bartender
1 Year 1 Month- Mixed cocktails, beer, and wine orders with consistent recipe accuracy and presentation.
- Built guest rapport, resolved service concerns, and supported repeat customer retention.
- Maintained clean bar stations, restocked supplies, and sanitized glassware throughout service.
- Managed cash register, credit transactions, and balanced end-of-shift cash drawers.
Bartender Shift Manager
1 Year- Supervised bar and dining room shifts, providing smooth service and timely guest support.
- Trained bartenders on cocktail recipes, POS procedures, and service standards.
- Monitored alcohol compliance, cash handling, and transaction accuracy throughout shifts.
- Coordinated opening and closing duties, including stocking, cleaning, and security checks.
Front of House Manager
2 Years- Directed front-of-house operations, maintaining polished dining room service standards and efficient guest flow.
- Trained and coached hosts, servers, and bussers on hospitality standards, menu knowledge, and service recovery.
- Coordinated host stand, reservations, and seating plans to reduce wait times and balance server sections.
- Resolved guest concerns quickly, turning service issues into positive dining experiences.
- Scheduled and adjusted staff coverage to align labor with peak dinner service and special events.
Receptionist
3 Months- Checked in guests, confirmed bookings, and prepared client records for seamless salon visits.
- Answered multi-line phones, provided service details, and routed client inquiries to appropriate team members.
- Managed appointment scheduling, balancing stylist calendars and walk-in requests to maintain smooth front-desk flow.
- Processed payments, handled cash drawer reconciliation, and maintained accurate end-of-day transaction records.
Hostess/Server
3 Years 2 Months- Greeted guests promptly, answered questions, and created welcoming dining experiences.
- Delivered attentive table service, accurately relaying orders and special requests to kitchen staff.
- Coordinated host stand operations, balancing reservations, walk-ins, and table rotations.
- Managed guest seating, waitlists, and reservations to maintain smooth front-of-house flow.
Education
High School Diploma
Cosmetologist - Cosmetology
Skills
Multitasking abilities
Strong multitasking
Dependable worker
Mixology techniques
Team player attitude
Friendly demeanor
Customer-focused approach
Timeline
Bartender
Coconut Joe’s Tiki Bar
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Bartender
Generations Restaurant & Pub
01.2026 - 04.2026Read More
Salesperson
Fluid Management Solutions
10.2025 - 01.2026Read More
Bartender
Park Valley Lounge
09.2024 - 10.2025Read More
Bartender Shift Manager
Napoli's Restaurant
09.2023 - 09.2024Read More
Front of House Manager
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Receptionist
Salon Lenae
12.2020 - 03.2021Read More
Hostess/Server
Napoli's Restaurant
04.2017 - 06.2020Read More
Canon McMillan
High School Diploma
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Penn Commercial
Cosmetologist from Cosmetology
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