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Kundalini Wendling

Kundalini Wendling

Fort Worth

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with over 8 years of experience in bartending, brand ambassadorship, and client relations across high-end VIP events, sports, and corporate functions. Proven ability to multitask and deliver exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments nationwide. Detail-oriented with a strong foundation in client relations, operations, and experiential marketing. Seeking to leverage expertise in both hospitality and remote administrative roles.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender & Hospitality Specialist

Various Locations
01.2018 - Current
  • Provide bartending and hospitality services in high-demand settings across multiple states, including Dallas-Fort Worth, Lubbock, and various national locations.
  • Coordinate events and manage service for private, corporate, and festival events, ensuring excellent customer service and seamless operations.
  • Serve as the lead bartender at local bars, providing top-tier service in fast-paced environments.
  • Conduct opening and closing duties, handle cash transactions, maintain inventory, and deliver excellent customer service in both regular shifts and special event setups.
  • Organize and manage private parties, corporate events, weddings, and upscale social gatherings, consistently earning repeat business and positive feedback from clients.
  • Specialize in high-profile events and festivals, with a focus on delivering an exceptional guest experience.
  • Trained new hires in company standards, service protocols, and drink preparation.
  • Crafted cocktail recipes for both private clients and local bars, tailoring selections to event themes and audience preferences.
  • Managed inventory control, ordering, and stock rotation to reduce waste and maximize bar efficiency.

Promotional Marketing & Brand Ambassador – Wellness, Lifestyle, & Spirits

Independent Contractor
01.2012 - Current
  • Represent leading brands at activations, pop-ups, and consumer events, educating and engaging the public while increasing sales and brand awareness.
  • Lead wellness seminars, fitness and health brand campaigns, and educational product demonstrations.
  • Consistently selected for VIP campaigns requiring professionalism, product knowledge, and independent leadership.

Brand Ambassador & Client Relations

Team Enterprises (MillerCoors)
06.2016 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw a territory of 500+ convenience store accounts, building relationships with store owners and managers to drive brand visibility, loyalty, and sales.
  • Collaborated with Andrews Distributing to implement merchandising strategies and pricing optimization.
  • Conducted on-site visits and participated in planning meetings with stakeholders.
  • Managed daily data entry and client reports, coordinating efforts between the field and corporate teams to streamline communication and maximize efficiency.

Nightlife Marketing Manager

GMR Marketing
Lubbock
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Developed nightlife marketing programs and secured venue partnerships.
  • Directed brand ambassador teams and executed event activations.
  • Implemented marketing campaigns across digital and in-person channels.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05.2011

Modeling & Etiquette Program -

Bella Modeling School
Addison, TX

Skills

  • Event & Bar Management
  • Experiential Marketing
  • Brand Representation
  • Customer Service
  • Sales & Upselling
  • High-Volume Bartending
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Inventory & Supply Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Microsoft Office
  • Cocktail preparation
  • Inventory management
  • Event coordination
  • Cash handling
  • Customer service
  • Mixology techniques
  • POS system operation
  • Menu development
  • Brand representation
  • Team building
  • Transaction processing proficiency
  • Project coordination
  • Google Workspace
  • Canva
  • Customer relationship management tools
  • Skilled in utilizing AI software for writing
  • Maintains focus during high-stress scenarios
  • Engaging presentation skills
  • Experienced with virtual communication platforms
  • Collaborative team management
  • Beverage crafting
  • Employee training
  • Prioritization of tasks
  • Effective communication
  • Sales strategies
  • Client relations
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Alcoholic Beverage Knowledge
  • Fast learner
  • Anticipating guest needs
  • Team collaboration
  • Media relations
  • Professionalism
  • Task prioritization
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Teamwork
  • New hire training
  • Outgoing personality
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Suggestive selling
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Recipe creation
  • Strong multitasking

Certification

  • Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Certification
  • ServSafe Alcohol Certification
  • Promotional Model Certification
  • CPR & First Aid Certification (In Progress)

Accomplishments

  • Suite Bartender for NASCAR & NASCAR Playoffs (2023, 2024, 2025)
  • Suite Bartender for AT&T Stadium events including Dallas Cowboys, UFC Fights, and Concerts
  • VIP Suite Bartender at American Airlines Center for Dallas Stars and Dallas Mavericks games
  • VIP Bartender at LIV Golf Bedminster 2023
  • VIP Events at PGA Tour Stops: U.S. Open, BMW Championship, PGA Championship, Charles Schwab Challenge, CJ Cup Byron Nelson, 3M PGA, American Century Championship – Lake Tahoe
  • VIP Bartender for Dallas Open Tennis 2025
  • Bar Lead at Ocean City CALLING Music Fest, Harry Potter Forbidden Forest Experience, and Highway 30 Music Fest
  • VIP Bartender for Taco & Tequila Festival – Fort Worth (Social House Entertainment)

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Nepali
Limited
A1

Affiliations

  • Bookkeeping support (expenses, reconciliations, reporting)
  • Commercial and lifestyle modeling experience
  • On-camera talent for promotional and advertising content
  • Strong visual presentation and brand alignment
  • Client-facing roles requiring poise and professionalism
  • Multi-state travel for brand representation and bartending
  • Acting/modeling credits or features
  • Worked high-profile/private poker or celebrity events
  • Experience with hybrid roles (in-person & virtual tasks)

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
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thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkInternship

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats4-day work weekPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Quote

Don’t believe everything you think.
Byron Katie

Interests

Dancing

Sports events

Hiking with my dog

Software

Microsoft Office

Timeline

Bartender & Hospitality Specialist

Various Locations
01.2018 - Current

Brand Ambassador & Client Relations

Team Enterprises (MillerCoors)
06.2016 - 01.2018

Nightlife Marketing Manager

GMR Marketing
01.2014 - 01.2016

Promotional Marketing & Brand Ambassador – Wellness, Lifestyle, & Spirits

Independent Contractor
01.2012 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Human Development & Family Studies

Texas Tech University

Modeling & Etiquette Program -

Bella Modeling School
Kundalini Wendling