Matthew Cheplick
Knoxville,TN
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Manager
Merchants of Beer
Knoxville, TN
05.2020 - Current
- Maintained knowledge of bar options to prepare drinks and make recommendations with a tap list of 40+ beers
- Conducted inventory of supplies, liquor and beer.
- Trained new bartenders on proper alcohol handling techniques and customer service etiquette.
Server/ Bartender
Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria
Knoxville, TN
05.2016 - Current
- Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude and ensuring optimal guest experience.
Associate/Team Leader
CM Games
Knoxville, TN
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Managed a team that operated a sales booth at promotional events and conventions.
- Managed logistics for promotional events.
- Managed cash amounts in excess of $10,000 while tracking the sales data.
- Managed daily aspects of shipping logistics.
- Worked with a tight-knit team that was responsible for managing online inventory.
Lab Technician
The University of Tennessee, Biotechnology Lab
Knoxville , TN
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Followed and optimized lab protocols for leaf tissue DNA extraction, Bacterial DNA RNA extraction, PCR, and Bacterial Transformation.
- Maintained greenhouse and growth chambers for ongoing projects.
- Collected and analyzed spectrograph data for different leaf tissues.
- Utilized aseptic technique for all experimental procedures, including E. coli transformations, A. tumefaciens transformations, bacterial and plant media production, and protein collection.
- Responsible for keeping detailed notes while independently conducting experiments and collecting data.
- Prepared experiments using highly toxic chemicals and ensured their proper disposal.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences - Biotechnology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
2016
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Conflict resolution
- Liquor, wine and food service
- Passionate about beer
Objective
To find a challenging position in a dynamic organization that places a premium on initiative. Personal skill set includes resource management as well as critical thinking and analysis.
References
Vance McCarty - (615) 707-4316 Marshall West - (865) 661-5005
Mat Mansoor - (865) 773-9427 General Manager, CM games
Timeline
Bartender/Manager
Merchants of Beer
05.2020 - Current
Associate/Team Leader
CM Games
09.2017 - 11.2018
Server/ Bartender
Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria
05.2016 - Current
Lab Technician
The University of Tennessee, Biotechnology Lab
01.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Plant Sciences - Biotechnology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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