Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Timeline

Kristen Murgo

Gas Burgers
Hamden,USA
25
years of professional experience

Dedicated professional with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork.

Professional hospitality expert with proven skills in mixing and serving beverages, managing bar inventory, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving high-quality results. Skilled in providing exceptional service, handling high-pressure situations, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Known for reliability, flexibility, and creating positive experiences for patrons.

Work History

Bartender

1 Month
Gas Burgers | 06.2026 - 07.2026

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  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, supporting smooth operations and quick service.
  • Engaged with customers, delivering friendly service and effectively addressing inquiries to foster a welcoming atmosphere.

Bartender

1 Year
Riva | 01.2025 - 01.2026
  • Managed customer, team, and business needs simultaneously, ensuring prompt service without delays or errors.
  • Executed opening and closing duties, including printing sales reports and preparing for the incoming shift.
  • Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Bartender

2 Years
Hair of the Dog | 01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Prepared and served beverages with attention to quality and presentation.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to support efficient service.
  • Engaged customers with friendly interaction, fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed to ensure availability.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize food and drink orders efficiently.
  • Assisted in training new bartenders on drink preparation techniques and customer service standards.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Addressed guest concerns promptly and resolved issues professionally, contributing to positive experiences.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.

Various

18 Years 4 Months
Costco | 10.2001 - 02.2020
  • Enhanced store appearance by restocking shelves and maintaining cleanliness throughout the retail space.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Led a motivated team focused on delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Skills

Strong multitasking
Highly reliable
Patience and tolerance
Customer service
Team player attitude
Outgoing personality
Cleanliness and hygiene
Responsible alcohol service
Cash register operation
Handling difficult customers
Managed inventory levels
assisting in restocking supplies as needed.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food and beverage orders effectively.
Handled simultaneous customer
team
and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Performed opening and closing duties
printing sales reports
setting up for incoming shift.

Timeline

Bartender

Gas Burgers
06.2026 - 07.2026Read More

Bartender

Riva
01.2025 - 01.2026Read More

Bartender

Hair of the Dog
01.2023 - 01.2025Read More

Various

Costco
10.2001 - 02.2020Read More
Kristen Murgo