Linda Faber
Royal Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Experienced and versatile bartender and server with a diverse background in the service industry. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to the growth and loyalty of a prestigious establishment's customer base. Combining a genuine passion for the industry with a vibrant and upbeat demeanor. Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable experiences for patrons. Friendly Bartender with exceptional food and beverage skills. Keep work area clean, stocked and conveniently organized at all times. Successful in delivering quality service in fast-paced environments with high-volumes of patrons.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pool Bartender
Wyndham Grand Harborside
03.2020 - 05.2024
- Developed innovative cocktail recipes for seasonal menus, attracting new customers to the poolside bar.
- Contributed ideas to marketing campaigns for special events or promotions at the poolside bar.
- Upheld company standards for appearance, attire, and professionalism while representing the establishment at all times.
- Demonstrated expertise in mixology techniques by crafting visually appealing cocktails that delighted guests.
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocking of supplies, reducing waste and controlling costs.
- Ensured proper handling of cash transactions, maintaining accurate records for end-of-day reconciliation.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Provided exceptional service during special events, contributing to successful execution of parties and gatherings.
- Increased repeat clientele through friendly interactions and personalized recommendations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt and efficient drink service to pool guests.
Server
Jupiter Beach Resort
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
Server
Little Alley Steak
05.2014 - 02.2018
- Maintained full knowledge of bar and menu items and made recommendations
- Delivered quality food and beverage service to guests in a responsible manner
- Delivered food and beverage orders within established timeframes
- Maintained full knowledge of all menu items, contents and preparation methods
- Maintained familiarity with the latest in mixology, bar equipment and sanitation standards
- Prepared mixed drinks; poured wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages
- Neatly set tables
- Served as backup for bartenders
- Collected money and made change.
Head Bartender / Server
Carrabbas Italian Grill
09.2005 - 01.2013
- Maintained full knowledge of bar and menu items and made recommendations
- Delivered quality food and beverage service to guests in a responsible manner
- Delivered food and beverage orders within established timeframes
- Maintained full knowledge of all menu items, contents and preparation methods
- Maintained familiarity with the latest in mixology, bar equipment and sanitation standards
- Prepared mixed drinks; poured wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages
- Prepared coffee and espresso drinks
- Neatly set tables
- Served as backup for bartenders
- Collected money and made change
- Opened and closed bar tabs and transferred tabs to dining area.
Education
Certification - Medical Assisting
CUNY College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY06.1994
Skills
- Cocktail list development
- Suggestive selling
- Basic accounting
- Extensive wine knowledge
- Outstanding customer service
- Excellent judgment
- Anticipating guest needs
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Ordering wine, beer and liquor
- Maintaining glassware stock
- Elegant garnish station setup
- Courteous
- Verbal communication
- Problem solving
- Strong organizational skills
- Extensive spirits knowledge
- Beer, wine and soju cocktails
- Extensive beer knowledge
- Food preparation
- Food service
- Able to stand 14Cash and credit transactions hours
- Balancing the cash register
- Teamwork orientation
- Cleanliness standards
- Hygiene practices
- Alcohol Knowledge
Activities
Ambassador to Chilled Magazine, Magazine that is to the people who like to make drinks and take them to the next level. I have had 1 winning drink published in their magazine with fever tree and was featured for their product. I love to create drinks and very passionate about it all to where someone will be so excited to come back and have it again. I have had many classes in bourbons, scotch and wine. Tastings to where you understand the product and flavors to where it comes from. Great knowledge in all these higher end spirits and wines as well as the foods that pair with them so well. Great knowledge of wet, prime and dry aged steaks and how the process works to the cuts from Meat by Linz.
Timeline
Pool Bartender
Wyndham Grand Harborside
03.2020 - 05.2024
Server
Jupiter Beach Resort
03.2018 - 02.2020
Server
Little Alley Steak
05.2014 - 02.2018
Head Bartender / Server
Carrabbas Italian Grill
09.2005 - 01.2013
Certification - Medical Assisting
CUNY College of Staten Island