Matthew Foisy
Orlando,FL
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Vines Bar And Grille
06.2023 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Bartender
Hangry Bison
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
Warehouse Worker
Under Armour
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
Bartender
WINE BAR GEORGE
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Received and served food orders to guests seated at bar
- Participated in pre-shift meetings and taste tests
- Took food orders from guests and submitted to kitchen for preparation
- Resolved guest issues promptly and with great care and effectiveness
- Recorded drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into register system
- Anticipated and met needs and expectations of guests, then go one step further
- Prepared drinks and served guests in technically correct, fast and efficient manner
- Helped get bar ready for grand opening in May, 2018
- Processed order on cash register and return correct change
- Served guests in responsive, caring, prompt and courteous manner
- Presented menu, answers questions and made suggestions regarding food and service
- Demonstrated excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
- Followed station specific duties and responsibilities
- Provided prompt and consistent bar service to guests and servers throughout cruise
- Performed general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards
- Assisted restocking and replenishment of bar inventory and supplies
- Collected money for drinks served and made change for patrons
- Replaced empty beer kegs and replenished wine units accordingly
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and deals with intoxicated guests
- Helped guests with seating and ordering foods and beverages
- Utilized property management systems and followed cash handling procedures
- Cleaned and sterilized glasses, utensils and bar equipment
- Submitted all financial receipts for end of shift reports
- Provided guests with courteous, friendly and efficient table service
- Maintained cleanliness of bar and surrounding areas
- Maintained organized workstation and side work duties
- Cleared, cleaned, reset and maintained station during shift
- Greeted and pitched bar Guests in friendly and sincere manner
- Met department uniform, appearance and grooming requirements
- Assisted guests regarding all beverage menu items in informative and helpful way
- Obtained food order, delivered to restaurant, picked up food and delivered to customer
- Orchestrated extraordinary guest experience by providing fun and positive environment
- Checked guest's identification and confirmed it met legal drinking age
- Computed bills and accepted payments served to guests, must have basic math skills
- Prepared and served cocktails to servers and guests following departmental guidelines
- Followed recipes and directions for mixing beverages
- Provided entertainment for guests through entertainment pouring
- Collected payment and followed cash handling procedures
- Ensured consistent flow of service to guests, cocktail servers and food servers
- Maintained stock levels and standards in product presentation.
Bartender/server
PATINA GROUP/MORIMOTOS ASIA
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels
Bartender
IL'MOLINO SWAN HOTEL
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Prepared drinks and served guests in technically correct, fast and efficient manner
- Recorded all sales transactions and secure accurate payment
- Maintained stock of beer on tap, wines, liquor and bottled drinks
- Checked guest's identification and confirmed it met legal drinking age
- Maintained high standards in quality of drinks and service
- Declared tips through time and attendance system at end of each shift.
Bartender
TOMMY BAHAMA CAFE POINTE ORLANDO
02.2007 - 03.2013
- Remained alert, courteous and helpful to guests and colleagues at all time
- Collected payment and followed cash handling procedures
- Anticipated and met needs and expectations of guests, then go one step further
- Maintained and cleaned all bar areas, bar storage areas, coolers and equipment
- Obtained food order, delivered to restaurant, picked up food and delivered to customer
- Recorded all sales transactions and secure accurate payment
- Participated in pre-shift meetings and taste tests
- Prepared and presented all beverages following recipes and merchandising standards
- Met department uniform, appearance and grooming requirements
- Replaced empty beer kegs and replenished wine units accordingly
- Greeted customers in genuine and friendly manner throughout store
- Submitted all financial receipts for end of shift reports
- Provided guests with courteous, friendly and efficient table service.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - general
Millsaps College
Jackson, MsHigh School Diploma -
Olympia High School
Orlando, FL05.2005
Skills
- Liquor, beer and wine knowledge
- Responsible alcohol service
- Attending multiple customers
- Food preparation and safety
- Highly reliable
- Handling difficult customers
- Creative mixology
- Clear and effective communication
Timeline
Bartender
Vines Bar And Grille
06.2023 - Current
Bartender
Hangry Bison
06.2022 - 07.2023
Warehouse Worker
Under Armour
05.2021 - 05.2022
Bartender
WINE BAR GEORGE
04.2018 - 03.2021
Bartender/server
PATINA GROUP/MORIMOTOS ASIA
08.2015 - 02.2018
Bartender
IL'MOLINO SWAN HOTEL
03.2013 - 07.2015
Bartender
TOMMY BAHAMA CAFE POINTE ORLANDO
02.2007 - 03.2013
Some College (No Degree) - general
Millsaps College
High School Diploma -
Olympia High School
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