Overview
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Education
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Matthew Vanderford

Santa Rosa Beach

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/ Server

Tommy Bahama
06.2023 - Current
  • Quickly and efficiently mixed and served drinks and cocktails both on and off menu
  • Developed wine knowledge and gave recommendations based on customer preferences
  • 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.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.

Bartender/ Server

Aegean Greek Restaurant
10.2020 - 03.2023
  • 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.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality.

Retail Sales Associate

Volcom
06.2020 - 03.2021
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.

Busser/ Host/ Dishwasher

Half Shell Oyster House
03.2020 - 05.2020
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
  • Trained new staff in bussing and cleaning procedures.
  • Maintained high levels of cleanliness throughout shifts, contributing to overall restaurant presentation.

Education

Niceville High School
Niceville, FL
06.2021

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Menu memorization
  • New hire training
  • Order management
  • Bar restocking

Timeline

Bartender/ Server

Tommy Bahama
06.2023 - Current

Bartender/ Server

Aegean Greek Restaurant
10.2020 - 03.2023

Retail Sales Associate

Volcom
06.2020 - 03.2021

Busser/ Host/ Dishwasher

Half Shell Oyster House
03.2020 - 05.2020

Niceville High School
Matthew Vanderford