Lydia Vargas
Lubbock
Summary
Skilled in inventory management and renowned for exceptional customer service, I excelled at Jalisco's Bar & Grill by maintaining calm under pressure and ensuring guest satisfaction. My bilingual communication and team coordination abilities led to a significant improvement in service efficiency. Leveraging empathy and detailed menu knowledge, I consistently enhanced the dining experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Jalisco's Bar & Grill
Cleburne
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Pilot Car Driver
United Shed Transport LLC
Covington
11.2017 - 12.2023
- Safely and efficiently navigated pilot car vehicles along designated routes ensuring proper spacing between the lead vehicle and oversized loads.
- Responded to emergency situations by quickly assessing potential hazards and taking appropriate action to minimize risk exposure.
- Adhered to all safety standards set forth by DOT regulations at all times while operating a pilot car vehicle.
- Coordinated rest stops for drivers transporting large loads when necessary.
- Coordinated with team members and remained flexible in work scheduling to meet service needs.
- Alerted drivers about upcoming turns or obstacles located near their current path in order to avoid damage or injury during transport.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems as well as traditional maps when planning routes for oversized cargo shipments.
Bartender/Server
Applebees, Black Bear Diner
Cleburne
07.2014 - 11.2017
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
- Maintained safety and sanitation standards with firm enforcement amongst bar staff.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
Education
GED -
Hill College
Cleburne, TX08-2014
Skills
- Inventory management
- Menu preparation
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Team coordination
- Safety compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Food recommendations
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Empathy and patience
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Cultural awareness
- Bilingual communication
Timeline
Bartender
Jalisco's Bar & Grill
08.2023 - 12.2025
Pilot Car Driver
United Shed Transport LLC
11.2017 - 12.2023
Bartender/Server
Applebees, Black Bear Diner
07.2014 - 11.2017
GED -
Hill College
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