Meloney Brydson
East Hampton,NY
Summary
Experienced professional bartender with in-depth knowledge of spirits, committed to cultivating customer connections through exceptional service. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational abilities, adept at handling multiple projects effectively. Reliable and efficient in providing top-notch customer service in fast-paced restaurant settings. Adaptable and proficient in staff development, team cooperation, and conflict resolution with customers, servers, and management. Dedicated to surpassing customer expectations, staying composed, and delivering outstanding service in challenging restaurant environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Palm Restaurant
East Hampton, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Studio Manager
The Lifted Method- Strength Training Studio
East Hampton, NY
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to optimize studio utilization and fitness class offerings.
- Coordinated daily studio operations, including scheduling, staff management and customer service.
- Performed upkeep on studio equipment like cameras, microphones, and computers to minimize schedule delays.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for studio bookings, maximizing studio utilization.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, optimizing supply levels and minimizing waste across studio operations.
- Managed client billing process ensuring accurate invoicing while maintaining positive relationships with clients throughout their lifecycle at the studio.
- Increased client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues with professionalism.
- Managed budgets for studio projects, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.
- Oversaw facility maintenance to maintain a clean, functional space conducive to creative work.
- Implemented inventory management system to track equipment usage, maintenance, and replacement needs.
- Mentored junior staff members in professional development opportunities, fostering growth within the company.
- Designed workflow improvements that increased overall efficiency of the studio''s operations without sacrificing quality or creativity.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
Bartender
Inlet Seafood Restaurant
Montauk, NY
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
Server
Harvest On Fort Pond
Montauk, NY
05.2016 - 09.2021
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Front Desk Receptionist
Gurneys Star Island
Montauk, NY
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Managed guest check-in and check-out processes, ensuring smooth arrivals and departures.
- Coordinated reservations and maintained accurate bookings through property management systems.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing guest inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
- Trained new front desk staff on operational procedures and customer service standards.
Education
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Westmore Academy
Food And Nutrition
Green Island High School
Hanover, Jamaica07.2012
Skills
- HOBBIES:
- Singing, Dancing, Swimming, Cooking and Meditating
- SPECIAL SKILLS:
- Multitasking, Flexibility, work well within a team, excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to perform independent tasks
- Pair Food and Wine
- Maintaining a Clean Bar
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Ability to Lift 30 Pounds
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Beer, Wine and Soju Cocktails
- Guest Satisfaction
- Handling Difficult Customers
- Professional Service Standards
- Prepare Cocktails
- Energetic and Outgoing
- Cocktail Service
- Classic Cocktails
Certification
Diploma in Nursing Assistant Completed level 1&2 in Geometric nursing CXC’s certificate :
Certified Personal Trainer
Personal Chef
Physical Education 1, English Language 2, Agricultural Science 2, Social Studies 2, Integrated Science 3 and Human& Social Biology 3.
Timeline
Studio Manager
The Lifted Method- Strength Training Studio
08.2023 - 07.2025
Bartender
Inlet Seafood Restaurant
04.2022 - 02.2023
Bartender
The Palm Restaurant
07.2021 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Gurneys Star Island
06.2019 - 09.2019
Server
Harvest On Fort Pond
05.2016 - 09.2021
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Westmore Academy
Food And Nutrition
Green Island High School