Michael Funk
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed professional with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
TGIFRIDAYS
08.2015 - 10.2023
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Backroom Associate
Target
01.2008 - 12.2014
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
- Prepared products for promotional displays or special events following visual merchandising guidelines provided by store management.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, complying with all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Assisted in training new backroom associates on standard operating procedures, promoting a consistent level of quality and efficiency throughout the team.
Banquet Bartender
Tailgaters SPORTS BAR & GRILL
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies and arranging tables.
- Contributed to successful events by setting up mobile bars in various locations according to event specifications.
- Played an active role in inventory management by ordering supplies as needed, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste.
- Fostered an environment of teamwork among bar staff and other event personnel, ensuring smooth communication and cooperation throughout each function.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prior Lake High School
Savage, MN05.2007
Skills
- Menu Memorization
- Food Service
- Food Running
- Beverage Preparation
- Suggestive Selling
- Health Codes Compliance
- New Hire Training
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Customer Service
- Outgoing Personality
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management Abilities
- Upselling Techniques
- Strong Multitasking
- Alcohol Awareness
Timeline
Bartender
TGIFRIDAYS
08.2015 - 10.2023
Banquet Bartender
Tailgaters SPORTS BAR & GRILL
01.2012 - 01.2013
Backroom Associate
Target
01.2008 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Prior Lake High School
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