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Matthew Smith

Film and Telivison
RIDGEWOOD,NY
5
years of professional experience

Hard worker and adaptable to many job titles. Experience with customer service and satisfaction. Good communicator and planner with strong judgement and critical thinking abilities.

Work History

Barback/Bartender

1 Year 7 Months
Funny Bar | 01.2025 - Current
  • Supported bartenders by efficiently restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness in bar area.
  • Prepared garnishes and mixers, enhancing drink presentation and overall customer experience.
  • Crafted and served cocktails to customers.

Barback/Cook

1 Year
Frog Wine Bar | 10.2023 - 10.2024
  • Took Wine and Food orders, offering the necessary information to each customer
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally during peak hours or unexpected rushes at the restaurant.

Production Assistant

4 Years 6 Months
Film and Telivison | 02.2022 - Current
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays

Host and Expo

6 Months
Ba Bar | 09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
  • Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Western Washington University | Bellingham, WA | 06-2021

Completed BA in History with a focus on Film History, Modern Middle East History and Modern Latin American History. Also completed a Film Studies Minor.

Skills

Excellent communication
Task Prioritization
Composition understanding
Verbal and Written Communication

Timeline

Barback/Bartender

Funny Bar
01.2025 - CurrentRead More

Barback/Cook

Frog Wine Bar
10.2023 - 10.2024Read More

Production Assistant

Film and Telivison
02.2022 - CurrentRead More

Host and Expo

Ba Bar
09.2021 - 03.2022Read More

Western Washington University

Bachelor of Arts from History
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Matthew Smith