Kurt Ball
Candler,NC
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Stagehand
The Orange Peel
- Collaborated with stage managers, directors, and other team members to create visually appealing and functional stage environments.
- Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
- Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
- Contributed to the successful execution of various shows by maintaining a safe and clean backstage area.
- Increased efficiency in stage setup by organizing tools, materials, and equipment for easy access during productions.
Security
RabbitRabbit
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced overall security by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and developing tailored security plans.
- Scheduled and supervised security personnel to obtain adequate coverage.
- Enhanced security measures by implementing robust network protocols and firewalls.
- Mitigated security risks by implementing robust application security measures as well as proactively monitoring for potential vulnerabilities.
- Maintained security and watched for irregular or unusual conditions to avoid security concerns or safety hazards.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
- Enhanced overall security by implementing effective safety measures and policies.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
Bartender
RabbbitRabbit
04.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- 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.
Security
The Orange Peel
08.2008 - Current
- Enhanced building security, monitoring entry points during off-hours.
- Enhanced overall security by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and developing tailored security plans.
- Scheduled and supervised security personnel to obtain adequate coverage.
- Enhanced security measures by implementing robust network protocols and firewalls.
- Mitigated security risks by implementing robust application security measures as well as proactively monitoring for potential vulnerabilities.
- Maintained security and watched for irregular or unusual conditions to avoid security concerns or safety hazards.
- Enhanced overall security by implementing effective safety measures and policies.
Bartender
The Orange Peel
08.2008 - Current
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Education
Enka High School
Candler, NCSkills
- Stage setup
- Stage assistance
- Load-in and load-out
- Set lighting
- Adaptability under pressure
- Prop handling
- Physical strength
Timeline
Security
RabbitRabbit
04.2022 - Current
Bartender
RabbbitRabbit
04.2022 - Current
Security
The Orange Peel
08.2008 - Current
Bartender
The Orange Peel
08.2008 - Current
Stagehand
The Orange Peel
Enka High School
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