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Meghann Bergstrom

Windom,MN

Summary

Dynamic administrative professional with extensive experience at the City of Windom, excelling in customer service and data entry. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance client relations, ensuring timely vendor payments and maintaining confidentiality. Adept in Microsoft Office, fostering a collaborative work environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.

Professional office support specialist with extensive experience in administrative functions and office management. Known for reliability and adapting to dynamic work environments. Excellent organizational abilities and collaborative mindset ensure seamless team operations and goal achievement.

Experienced with coordinating administrative tasks and maintaining organized office environments. Utilizes strong organizational skills to enhance office efficiency and support team operations. Track record of effective communication and multitasking to meet diverse administrative needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender /Restaurant Server

Duffys Bar & Grill
03.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy and professionalism, turning potentially negative experiences into positive ones.
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
  • Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
  • Developed loyal clientele by engaging in friendly conversations and providing exceptional service.
  • 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.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.

Administrative Assistant /Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk

City of Windom
09.2024 - Current
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, ensuring availability of essential items without overstocking.
  • Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Resolved complex billing disputes between vendors or clients to ensure smooth operations and minimize delays in payment processing.
  • Managed collections and follow-up on past-due accounts to speed up payments and minimize risk.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Performed daily bank reconciliations, detecting and resolving discrepancies between bank statements and company records.

Bartender /Bar and Restaurant Manager

Comfrey Bar & Grill
02.2015 - 10.2022
  • 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.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
  • Contributed to event success, planning beverage menus and efficiently serving large groups.
  • Enhanced establishment's reputation, consistently receiving positive feedback on customer satisfaction surveys.
  • Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Streamlined bar operations by maintaining clean and organized work area, ensuring efficient service.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
  • Improved team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
  • Developed loyal clientele by engaging in friendly conversations and providing exceptional service.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, routinely checking and documenting bar cleanliness and equipment functionality.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy and professionalism, turning potentially negative experiences into positive ones.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow, coordinating with kitchen and floor staff to expedite orders.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Reduced scheduling conflicts and ensured timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
  • Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent scheduling coordination, ensuring all deliverables were met within agreed timeframes.
  • Adapted scheduling methods to fit unique demands of diverse projects, demonstrating flexibility and innovative thinking.
  • Developed tailored scheduling strategies for complex projects, facilitating on-time completion and client satisfaction.
  • Sought feedback from project teams on scheduling practices, incorporating suggestions to improve future planning.
  • Achieved significant improvements in project delivery times through meticulous planning and proactive issue resolution.

Education

High School Diploma -

Comfrey Public School
Comfrey MN
05-2016

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
03-2027

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Computer skills
  • Office administration
  • Administrative support
  • Microsoft Word
  • Time management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • File organization
  • Microsoft outlook
  • Customer and client relations
  • Computer proficiency
  • Filing
  • Customer relations

Timeline

Administrative Assistant /Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk

City of Windom
09.2024 - Current

Bartender /Restaurant Server

Duffys Bar & Grill
03.2023 - Current

Bartender /Bar and Restaurant Manager

Comfrey Bar & Grill
02.2015 - 10.2022

High School Diploma -

Comfrey Public School

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix