Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Lead Bartender at Coconut Jack's Waterfront Grille. Proven track record in upselling and enhancing customer satisfaction through superior service and effective problem-solving. Skilled in staff management and employee coaching, fostering a collaborative team environment to achieve business goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
Coconut Jack's Waterfront Grille
05.2016 - Current
Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between the business and its clientele.
Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team.
Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Participated in local community events as a representative of the establishment, promoting brand visibility and fostering new business opportunities.
Key Manager
Outback Steakhouse
08.2006 - 05.2016
Counted registers and cleaned and secured restaurant at end of shift.
Listened to and addressed customer concerns using creative problem-solving in accordance with company guidelines.
Maintained high levels of employee engagement through open communication channels and creating a supportive work environment.
Assisted with scheduling, interviewing, and other administrative tasks to boost success successful restaurant.
Evaluated business processes regularly to identify areas for improvement, implementing changes as needed to maintain efficiency and effectiveness.
Bartender
Ruby Tuesday
03.2012 - 06.2012
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
05-2027
Skills
Customer service
Suggestive selling
Staff management
Superior customer service
Employee coaching
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Team collaboration
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Coconut Jack's Waterfront Grille
05.2016 - Current
Bartender
Ruby Tuesday
03.2012 - 06.2012
Key Manager
Outback Steakhouse
08.2006 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
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