Kristen Saunders
Florence,SC
Summary
Reliable and hardworking professional works autonomously or in teams to serve several customers per shift. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment. Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Sun Outdoors
Conway, SC
04.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- 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.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Bartender
El Ranchero
Wahiawa, Hawaii
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- 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.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Bartender
Craft 31
Williamsburg, SC
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
Bartender
Longboards Laidback Eatery & Bar
Newport News, VA
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- 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.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Bartender
Sorrento Therapeutics
EL PASO, TX
02.2014 - 05.2017
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- 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.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Cleansed glasses with sanitizing solution after each use.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wester Alamance
Burlington 06-1999
Skills
- Mixology
- Basic accounting
- Bar restocking
- Health codes compliance
- Safe service compliance
- Cocktail list development
- Point of sale systems
- Anticipating guest needs
- Preparing garnishes
Certification
Food Handlers and Alcohol Saftey Cert
Timeline
Bartender
Sun Outdoors
04.2024 - Current
Bartender
El Ranchero
10.2023 - 11.2024
Bartender
Craft 31
04.2019 - 03.2020
Bartender
Longboards Laidback Eatery & Bar
03.2018 - 01.2019
Bartender
Sorrento Therapeutics
02.2014 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Wester Alamance
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