Louden Devine
Cooper City,FL
Summary
Seasoned hospitality professional with a proven track record at Vinnie's By The Sea, adept in mixology and exceptional customer service. Excelled in creating memorable guest experiences, ensuring safe service compliance, and leading staff training initiatives. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster team collaboration. Recognized for innovative cocktail design and commitment to health standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Vinnie's By The Sea
Lauderdale By The Sea, Florida
06.2023 - Current
- Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
- Planned monthly specials or promotions around holidays or special occasions.
- Calculated recipe costs to ensure budget compliance.
- Created training materials and conducted regular training sessions for new team members.
Server
Outback Steakhouse
Pompano Beach, FL
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and techniques.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Trained staff who excelled post-training and retained employment for over a year.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Recognized as a certified trainer.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL12-2025
Skills
- Mixology
- Safe service compliance
- Bar restocking
- Health codes compliance
- Basic accounting
- Beer and wine recommendations
- Outstanding customer service
- Safe food handling procedures
- Anticipating guest needs
- Salesmanship
- Hospitality service expertise
Timeline
Bartender
Vinnie's By The Sea
06.2023 - Current
Server
Outback Steakhouse
04.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing
Florida Atlantic University
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