Merzadeis Newsome
Laredo,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented professional skilled in cash handling and drink preparation. Experienced in managing food and beverage orders, contributing to team success in fast-paced settings while enhancing overall guest satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Server bartender trainer
Surfing crab
Laredo, Tx
10.2022 - Current
- Trained new servers on menu items and services.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Managed food and beverage orders efficiently using POS system.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction.
Bartender
Downtown drafthouse
Laredo, Tx
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Prepared and served a wide variety of beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area during service.
- Managed inventory and stocked supplies to ensure availability of products.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments accurately and swiftly.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Engaged with customers to enhance their experience and provide recommendations.
Server bartender trainer
Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery
Laredo, Tx
04.2017 - 02.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Managed customer orders using point-of-sale systems for accuracy and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service standards.
- Upsold daily specials and beverages to enhance guest experience and satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
Carhop Server
Sonics Drive In
Laredo, Tx
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Delivered food orders to customers in a timely and friendly manner.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of carhop area and dining spaces.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order preparation.
Education
United High School
Laredo, TxSkills
- Customer service
- POS system management
- Cash handling
- Drink preparation
- Fast-paced teamwork
Affiliations
- Game streamer
- Dog mom
- Excellent cook
- Book Worm
Timeline
Server bartender trainer
Surfing crab
10.2022 - Current
Bartender
Downtown drafthouse
10.2020 - 12.2021
Server bartender trainer
Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery
04.2017 - 02.2020
Carhop Server
Sonics Drive In
04.2015 - 04.2017
United High School