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Melissa Lucas

Jupiter,FL

Summary

To showcase natural people skills, incorporate vast experience in hospitality, outstanding organizational abilities, and have an opportunity to work at an establishment that I am truly passionate about.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Bartender

The Woods RESTAURANT
8 2018 - 01.2024
  • Lead bartender in charge of making employee schedules, creating specialty cocktails for our cocktail menus, conducting weekly cleaning duties, and helping to create memorable experiences for the guests.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.

Bartender

Roccos Tacos
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Provided quality service, organized all closing transactions, and created staff schedules
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Event Coordinator

THE PALM RESTAURANT
08.2014 - 08.2016
  • Innovated wine and flight menu, catered to members, special events, and fine dining
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.

EVENT COORDINATOR

PINION GRILL
08.2012 - 08.2014
  • Organized countless events including the biannual Boca Chamber of Commerce meetings
  • Significantly elevated sales and profitability
  • Coordinated vendors for events, assisted with preparation for proper décor and staffing

Manager of Business Development and Sales

MAGGIANO’S RESTAURANT
08.2009 - 08.2012
  • Generated detailed reports on sales performance metrics for senior management review, enabling informed decision-making regarding future strategies.
  • Organized product demonstrations at trade shows/events which positively impacted brand awareness among potential customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with efficient account management, timely follow-ups, and prompt resolution of issues.
  • Established long-term relationships with key industry players which helped in gaining valuable insights into emerging trends.

Education

Hospitality -

Valencia Community College
Orlando, FL
01.2001 - 06.2004

Paralegal studies -

Valencia Community College
Orlando
01.2004 - 06.2007

Skills

Awesome marketing strategy and operations

Timeline

Bartender

Roccos Tacos
08.2016 - 08.2018

Event Coordinator

THE PALM RESTAURANT
08.2014 - 08.2016

EVENT COORDINATOR

PINION GRILL
08.2012 - 08.2014

Manager of Business Development and Sales

MAGGIANO’S RESTAURANT
08.2009 - 08.2012

Paralegal studies -

Valencia Community College
01.2004 - 06.2007

Hospitality -

Valencia Community College
01.2001 - 06.2004

Bartender

The Woods RESTAURANT
8 2018 - 01.2024
Melissa Lucas