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Melanie Roldan

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Experienced Bartender/Barista with extraordinary customer service skills and a motivated attitude committed to serving with great energy. A high-energy individual, with the ability to multitask and work well under pressure. Adept at maintaining a clean and organized bar area and dedicated to providing customers with a warm and welcoming environment. My ability to foster loyal clientele and efficiently manage bar inventory underscores my commitment to excellence and teamwork in high-volume environments.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Casa Maya
04.2022 - 08.2024
  • 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.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.

Bartender

The Delta
11.2020 - 06.2022
  • 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.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
  • 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.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow, coordinating with kitchen and floor staff to expedite orders.
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
  • Streamlined bar operations by maintaining clean and organized work area, ensuring efficient service.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.

Barista

Starbucks
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations, minimizing risk of contamination or illness among customers.
  • Demonstrated expertise in various brewing techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all drinks served.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
  • Minimized spoilage with proper use of first-in-first-out stock procedures.

Education

No Degree - Music Business

Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, IL

High School Diploma -

Chicago Academy High School
Chicago, IL
06-2014

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Cash register operation
  • Menu memorization
  • Suggestive selling
  • Highly reliable
  • Payment processing
  • Fast learner
  • Outgoing personality

Timeline

Bartender

Casa Maya
04.2022 - 08.2024

Bartender

The Delta
11.2020 - 06.2022

Barista

Starbucks
09.2018 - 12.2019

No Degree - Music Business

Columbia College, Chicago

High School Diploma -

Chicago Academy High School

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