Meredith K Teel
Cibolo,TX
Summary
Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges in a position using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help the team succeed. Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management, and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written skills with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details.
Facilities maintenance professional equipped to manage and oversee maintenance operations with precision. Expertise in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of facilities. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in project management, safety compliance, and efficient resource allocation. Reliable, results-driven, and prepared to make significant impact.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
The Phoenix Saloon
New Braunfels, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily bar operations, ensuring smooth workflow and exceptional customer service.
- Trained and mentored new bartenders, enhancing team performance and knowledge retention.
- Developed innovative cocktail recipes, elevating drink offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste through effective ordering practices.
- Implemented training programs focused on mixology techniques, improving service quality and efficiency.
- Collaborated with management to design seasonal menus that align with customer preferences and trends.
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe environment for staff and patrons.
- Cultivated strong relationships with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business through personalized service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between the business and its clientele.
- Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Trained 15 new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Sysco Foods
New Braunfels, Texas
11.2021 - 07.2025
- In my time as the Facility Maintenance Coordinator, I did more than my everyday tasks such as verify P.Card transactions, run MRP reports throughout the week, order parts for the MHE and FAC techs, monthly inventory, submit invoices from vendors and utilities, and racking inspection. I earned employee of the quarter twice, was the head chairman of the Sysco Rodeo and other corporate events such as Fall Fest, where I designed and built a large indoor haunted house, Warehouse and Transportation appreciation weeks, and other similar events.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
- Oversaw safety inspections and compliance with regulatory standards across facilities.
- Developed training programs for staff on maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced equipment downtime and maintenance costs.
- Led cross-functional teams in facility upgrades and renovations, ensuring project completion within budget.
- Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends and optimize resource allocation effectively.
- Served as point of contact for internal and external customers seeking support and information.
- Coordinated large-scale projects such as building expansions or major system overhauls, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Consistently met deadlines for routine maintenance tasks while managing competing priorities effectively.
- Ensured proper documentation was maintained for regulatory compliance purposes, including permits, inspection reports, and training records.
- Performed risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the facility environment proactively.
- Monitored facilities budgets closely, making recommendations for adjustments based on changing needs or unforeseen expenses.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and coordinating repair work.
- Optimized space utilization by redesigning storage areas and reorganizing equipment layout.
- Developed comprehensive emergency response procedures, minimizing potential property damage and employee injury during unexpected events.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to support company-wide initiatives related to facilities improvement or expansion projects.
- Enhanced workplace safety by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and conducting regular safety training sessions.
- Responded promptly to facility emergencies, coordinating resources and personnel to minimize disruption and ensure rapid resolution.
- Handled minor repairs personally to save company resources while providing prompt resolution when necessary.
- Managed vendor relationships for outsourced services, negotiating contracts to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
- Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 250 employees.
Bartending
Retama Park
Selma, Texas
08.2015 - 12.2023
- When I was hired at Retama Park, it was for a seasonal bartending position. During our live racing season, I proved myself as a strong and reliable employee, who was then offered a full time position which included benefits and a 401 k plan. Within a years’ time, a management position opened up and I was strongly encouraged to apply not only by my fellow coworkers, but by my supervisors as well. I gratefully accepted the position and still remain as a food and beverage lead. In this role, I overlook several bars and concession stands, ensure that all open outlets are fully stocked with product, close and balance each register at end of business day, check in orders such as liquor, beer, and food. After closing out every register, I then counted and verified our money room safe, this on our busy days, could be a total of $150,000 or more.
- Provided support during busy periods by taking on additional responsibilities such as bartending or expediting when needed.
- Assisted with bartending duties during high-volume shifts.
- Spearheaded staff training initiatives to improve bartending skills and knowledge of wine, spirits, and cocktails.
- Increased bar revenue through the development of innovative drink recipes and efficient bartending techniques.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper bartending techniques and procedures, facilitating their integration into the team.
- Coordinated special event bartending, working closely with event planners to create customized drink menus and ensure a memorable experience for guests.
Server
Hooligans Bar and Grill
Live Oak, Texas
10.2010 - 12.2019
- I began as a server and slowly worked my way up to lead server, then to a bartender. My job duties included serving customers in a timely fashion, cutting off customers when needed, assisting with opening and closing duties, making sure the bar was clean throughout the shift, correct money was turned in at end of night, and all tips were accounted for. Throughout the many years of employment here, I was fortunate enough to meet some amazing people, gain confidence, and taught myself how to make some extremely tasty drinks.
- Supported needs of 24- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for speed service restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
Server
Olive Garden
New Braunfels, Texas
12.2012 - 07.2016
- I was hired at Olive Garden as a server, making my way up to bartender, head bartender, To GO specialist, and finally to trainer. My job requirements involved greeting my tables / bar top customers in a reasonable time, ensure to take their order correctly, make any drinks that were needed, pre buss my tables throughout my shift, properly open and close the bar, ensure the end of month inventory was properly counted and turned in, to go orders were properly rung in, bagged, and handed to the correct customer, servers handed in the correct amount of money at the end of shift, my till was correct at the end of each shift, and worked beside other trainers when new employees went through orientation. Leaving was a difficult decision, but going back to school was my main priority and I needed to cut down my work load.
Bartender
Prickly Pear Bar
New Braunfels, Texas
12.2011 - 08.2014
- During my time of work, I made sure each guest was greeted in a timely manner, their drinks were made properly, and making sure no guest was over served. Helped with opening and closing duties such as breaking down the liquor well, wiping down all bottles, cleaning off all tables, changing out empty kegs, restocking the beer cooler, and making sure the bar looked and remained clean. This business shut down due to financial problems.
Cashier
Walmart
Tunkhannock, PA
07.2008 - 10.2010
- I was hired on as a full time cashier and in a short amount of time I quickly leaned other job roles such as stocking shelves, customer service, unloading trucks, setting up new side caps, and prior to leaving, I was offered an overnight customer service representative position. I would have gladly taken it, but because of personal reasons, I moved out of state to start my life over.
Customer Service
M & T Bank
Tunkhannock, PA
12.2007 - 10.2010
- Duties included waiting on customers, making sure all of their financial needs were taken care of properly; all money was accounted for, my till was correct at the end of shift, and referred all new customers to the bank advisor. Along with having a starting count of $8,000 in my till for the start of the shift, my supervisor regularly had me accompany her in counting down and verifying our main safe at the end of each business day which had a total of around $100,000. I made employee of the month several times throughout my employment due to highest sales of new customers and new products.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving complaints and answering queries promptly.
- Managed concierge team, ensuring consistent delivery of exceptional customer service.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service and relationship building.
- Managed branch sales, customer service, finances and recordkeeping.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Greeted customers warmly to provide exceptional customer service.
- Enhanced company reputation by providing exceptional customer service and support.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Undecided
Northeast Lakeview
Universal City, Texas10-2018
Barbizon School of Modeling
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania10-2007
Tunkhannock Area High
Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania06-2006
Skills
- Food safety Employee training
- Cash register counting
- Supply ordering
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Word
- Quality assurance
- Critical thinking
- Scheduling
- Customer Satisfaction
- Guest Service
- Team Player
- Health Regulations
- Strong Communication
- Customer service
- Suggestive selling
- Inventory
- Superior customer service
- Employee coaching
- Cleanliness standards
- Upselling strategies
- Expert mixology
- Social media marketing
- Bar equipment maintenance
- Workplace safety
- Ordering supplies
- Health codes compliance
- Menu memorization
- Food running
- Event coordination
- Drink pairings
- Food handling certification
- Inventory control
- Basic accounting
- Safe food handling procedures
- Budget monitoring
- Promotions execution
- Professional appearance
- Outgoing personality
- Team training and development
- Engaging personality
- Highly reliable
- Payment processing
- Clear and effective communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Sales expertise
- Hospitality service expertise
- Aloha POS
- Point of sale systems
- Cash and credit transactions
- Bar operations management
- Excellent judgment
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
Timeline
Lead Bartender
The Phoenix Saloon
02.2022 - Current
Facility Maintenance Coordinator
Sysco Foods
11.2021 - 07.2025
Bartending
Retama Park
08.2015 - 12.2023
Server
Olive Garden
12.2012 - 07.2016
Bartender
Prickly Pear Bar
12.2011 - 08.2014
Server
Hooligans Bar and Grill
10.2010 - 12.2019
Cashier
Walmart
07.2008 - 10.2010
Customer Service
M & T Bank
12.2007 - 10.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Undecided
Northeast Lakeview
Barbizon School of Modeling
Tunkhannock Area High