Lyndsey Melendez
San Diego
Summary
Personable and energetic bartender specializing in creating memorable experiences, creating report with regulars and converting first time patrons to regulars. Proactive mindset, dedicated to efficiently completing side work before, during, and after each shift. Team player dedicated to workplace satisfaction. Competent manager with extensive experience performing in the capacity of leadership. SafeServ Food Handler Certified.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mixologist
Number One on 5th
12.2022 - Current
- Established a loyal customer base by consistently providing exceptional service and memorable experiences, leading to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Provided exceptional customer service by engaging patrons in conversation while preparing their drinks efficiently and accurately.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among colleagues.
- Managed cash handling procedures, ensuring accurate accounting of daily sales transactions.
- Trained new bartenders on mixology techniques, customer service skills, and workplace safety guidelines.
Server
Uptown Tavern
09.2020 - Current
- Warmly greet guests, anticipate needs, and remain available throughout the dining experience
- Embrace adaptability through daily and seasonal traffic fluctuations
- Memorize specifics of all menu
- Assist management with training, stocking, and cleaning
- Sold additional food and drinks to increase restaurant profits
Server
Gossip Grill
03.2016 - 08.2020
- Two time Nicki Award Nominee for Serve
- Sold additional food and drinks to increase restaurant profits
- Memorize specifics of all menus
- Stocked and organized dining supplies and kitchen equipment for quick and easy access
- Resolve customer complaints swiftly and efficiently
- Warmly greet guests, anticipate needs, and remain available throughout the dining experience
Stylist
Floyd's99 Barbershop
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Applied modern haircutting, styling and coloring techniques based on hair type and condition
- Developed reputation as preferred stylist for balayage coloring treatments
- Provided consultations and hair services, including cutting, coloring (highlights, lowlights, ombre and balayage), perming and styling
Manager and Stylist
Sport Clips
11.2011 - 08.2017
- Hire, onboard and train new employees, including instructing customer service standards and operations
- Collaborated with corporate Director of Operations, regional GM and Shift Leads to pinpoint opportunities for streamlined processes
- Play an integral role in customer service and overall sales numbers
Education
Associated Barber College
05.2018
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SLO Beauty School
San Luis Obispo, California05.2007
Skills
- Food service
- Sales
- Customer care Training
- Customer service
Languages
English
Timeline
Mixologist
Number One on 5th
12.2022 - Current
Server
Uptown Tavern
09.2020 - Current
Stylist
Floyd's99 Barbershop
09.2017 - 06.2018
Server
Gossip Grill
03.2016 - 08.2020
Manager and Stylist
Sport Clips
11.2011 - 08.2017
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SLO Beauty School
Associated Barber College
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