Maniyah Evans
Linden,New Jersey
Summary
Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
OTG Management
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Very fast paced and high energy environment (Airport)
- Bartender and waitress experience
- Restock and replenish bar materials and all inventory
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Followed strict bar regulations
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Bartender
Three Levels Lounge & Sports Bar
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Learned and successfully operate CAKE system
- (Restock, money handling, counted inventory)
- Streamlined inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels to minimize waste and control costs.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
Bartender
Bar Louie
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Bartender and waitress experience
- Learned mixology type skills by mastering over 50 drink options
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Bay Waitress
Top Golf
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Bartender and waitress experience
- (Restock, money handling, counted inventory)
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized bar environment for optimal functionality and positive guest experiences.
- Improved team communication by consistently relaying essential information between kitchen staff, bartenders, and fellow servers.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly taking orders and delivering drinks to patrons.
Bartender
LA Rouge Lounge
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Learned and successfully operated POS system
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by upselling premium products without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Education
Mix Em’ Up Bartending School
Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of inventory on hand, bottle mechanics, and bottle pricing
- Thorough knowledge of menu offerings, including gourmet food and spirits
- Trained in liquor, wine, and food service (POS, Aloha, Azbar, CAKE systems)
- Demonstrated ability to keep sections organized, stocked and clean
- Track record of taking and delivering orders quickly and successfully
- Creative Mixology
- Menu Memorization
- Highly reliable
- Organizational ability
- Outgoing Personality
- Clear and effective communication
Timeline
Bartender
OTG Management
02.2020 - 03.2022
Bartender
Three Levels Lounge & Sports Bar
08.2018 - 03.2020
Bartender
Bar Louie
09.2017 - 12.2018
Bay Waitress
Top Golf
12.2016 - 12.2017
Bartender
LA Rouge Lounge
10.2015 - 12.2016
Mix Em’ Up Bartending School