LINCOLN RUTLEDGE
Fort Worth
Summary
Experienced Server/Bartender with 9 years of residency in the DFW area. Successfully pursued artistic career in tattooing and personal design projects. Passionate about crafting beverages and discussing local beer with customers. Find fulfillment in designing for these individuals, making the work truly worthwhile.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barback
Thompson’s Bookstore
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
- Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
- Refined multitasking abilities under high-pressure situations during peak business hours, contributing to seamless operation flow.
Bartender/Server/Trainer
FAR Hospitality
07.2024 - Current
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a professional demeanor
- Handled cash drawer accurately throughout shift including opening and closing out register each day
- Kept bar organized and clean during busy hours
- Provided friendly customer service by greeting customers as they arrived at the bar and making recommendations based on their preferences
- Trained and mentored new team members in proper bar operations
- Trained new staff on proper bartending techniques including mixing drinks, pouring beer, stocking liquor shelves and handling cash transactions
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Tattoo Artist
Fade to Black Tattoo
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained sterile work environment at all times according to health department standards
- Educated clients on tattoo aftercare to prevent infections and promote healing
- Fostered an inviting atmosphere by providing friendly customer service while working on tattoos
- Presented tattoo designs to inspire clients and conceptualize ideas
- Developed strong customer relations skills to ensure satisfaction with each tattoo design
- Established personal connections with new and existing customers to build loyal customer base
- Created custom tattoo designs for customers.
Tattoo Artist/Shop Manager
Blue Bird Tattoo Lounge
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Scheduling and consulting with clients to ensure satisfaction and attention to detail for their desired artwork
- Social media management, marketing and community engagement
- Organizing special events and networking with other local businesses
- Inventory management of shop supplies
- Ensuring shop standards of cleanliness, safety, and professionalism are maintained at all times
- Keyholder
- Expertly operated electric tattoo machines, needles, and other equipment to complete tattoos safely and efficiently
- Presented tattoo designs to inspire clients and conceptualize ideas
Server
Cane Rosso
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests
- Utilized teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff during busy periods
- Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed
- Effectively managed large parties by providing efficient, attentive service while ensuring accuracy with orders
- Memorized frequent customer preferences to build relationships and loyalty
Bartender/Trainer
Loro Restaurants
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Point of sale and primary guest engagement
- Food and Alcohol expertise with a focus on craft beer
- Beverage inventory and batching
- Recipe development for use in all corporate locations
- Outreach and networking team lead
- Lead bar trainer for the opening team in Addison
Bartender/Server/Lead Trainer
Michael's Cuisine
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Building rapport with new guests and regulars leveraging menu and beverage expertise with an emphasis on wine pairings
- Established training SOPs for serving and bartending staff
- Developed and maintained a rotating menu of 12+ cocktails with monthly features
- Point of sale and inventory management
- Assisted with interviewing new hires
Bartender/Server/Trainer
Doc B's Restaurant
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Menu expertise with focuses on craft cocktails and wine pairings
- Efficient service and upselling techniques tailored for the Downtown clientele
- Trainer for both servers and bar staff
Server/Trainer
Boomer Jack's Grill Bar
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Guest engagement and service
- Shift Lead and trainer for new hires
- Delegation of opening and closing duties to the rest of the serving team
Server/Bartender/Banquet Host/Trainer
Main Event
03.2014 - 05.2017
- Multifaceted guest engagement and department expertise (restaurant, bar, bowling, billiards, laser tag and arcade)
- Lead banquet host for parties up to 300 guests
- Promoted quickly to lead in every position held
Food Runner
Del Frisco's Double Eagle
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Maintaining the highest standards of service for guests including high profile VIPs
- Table side food presentations
- In depth menu knowledge
- Adhered to a strict standard for steps of service
Education
High School -
Western Hills High School
07.2016
Skills
- Fine Dining Wine Expertise
- Craft Beer and Cocktail
- Team Leadership
- Inventory Management
- Point of Sales
- Networking
- Social Media Management
- Event Coordination
- Hygiene and sterilization
- Design skills
- Money handling
- Aftercare advice
- Drawing and sketching
- Custom tattoo creation
- Steady hand control
- Skin preparation
- Social media presence
- Sanitation procedures
- Industry trends awareness
- Patience and perseverance
- Creativity and imagination
- Client consultation
- Appointment scheduling
- Color theory
- Pain management techniques
- Design proficiency
- Collaboration with clients
- Self motivation
- Team building
- Relationship building
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Strong multitasking
Certification
- TABC
- Food Handlers
- BBP
Timeline
Barback
Thompson’s Bookstore
02.2025 - Current
Tattoo Artist
Fade to Black Tattoo
10.2024 - 01.2025
Bartender/Server/Trainer
FAR Hospitality
07.2024 - Current
Server
Cane Rosso
04.2024 - 06.2024
Tattoo Artist/Shop Manager
Blue Bird Tattoo Lounge
11.2022 - 10.2024
Bartender/Trainer
Loro Restaurants
07.2021 - 05.2023
Bartender/Server/Lead Trainer
Michael's Cuisine
10.2019 - 06.2021
Bartender/Server/Trainer
Doc B's Restaurant
08.2017 - 06.2019
Server/Trainer
Boomer Jack's Grill Bar
06.2017 - 08.2018
Food Runner
Del Frisco's Double Eagle
11.2016 - 02.2017
Server/Bartender/Banquet Host/Trainer
Main Event
03.2014 - 05.2017
High School -
Western Hills High School
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