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Bartender

Marina Petkova

Lake Stevens,WA

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

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Bartender

Claim Jumper Restaurant
Lynwood, WA
11.2018 - 10.2022
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
  • Conducted regular inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders.
  • Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
  • Implemented drink prep procedures that significantly reduced wasted stock.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.

Server

Rainforest Cafe
Ontario, CA
07.2017 - 11.2018
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.

Bar Manager

Amante Pizza And Sports Bar
Seattle, WA
01.2013 - 08.2015
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mariner High School
Everett, WA
06.2005

Skills

  • Overseeing Deliveries
  • Hospitality and Guest Service
  • Ordering Bar Supplies
  • Age Identification and Compliance
  • Cash Handling and Management
  • Food and Beverage Service
  • Billing and Payment Processing
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Supply and Inventory Maintenance

Timeline

Lead Bartender

Claim Jumper Restaurant
11.2018 - 10.2022

Server

Rainforest Cafe
07.2017 - 11.2018

Bar Manager

Amante Pizza And Sports Bar
01.2013 - 08.2015

High School Diploma -

Mariner High School
Marina Petkova