Monika Covington
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven mixologist with extensive experience at Bisou Fine Dining, excelling in customer service and team training. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through innovative cocktail creations and effective communication. Highly reliable and skilled in managing high-volume environments while maintaining compliance with health standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Cowboys Red River
09.2024 - Current
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Handled high volume atmosphere
- Closed and handled checkout at the end of every shift.
Lead Mixologist
Clarkwood
06.2022 - 08.2025
- Provided exceptional guest experiences through personalized recommendations, engaging interactions, and prompt service.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with health codes and company standards.
- Collaborated with management to strategize seasonal menu changes, keeping offerings fresh and ontrend.
- Showcased expertise in mixology at industry events, representing the establishment''s commitment to excellence in beverage service.
- Mastered a diverse repertoire of classic cocktails as well as contemporary creations for an ever-evolving menu selection.
Lead Bartender
Bisou Fine Dining
05.2020 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Led team meetings to continually improve communication among staff members, resulting in more effective teamwork during peak hours.
- Managed cash handling procedures accurately, reducing discrepancies in daily financial reports.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Collaborated with management to create enticing promotions for special events and holidays, driving increased foot traffic to the establishment.
Bartender
Sporting Club Sports Bar
01.2021 - 02.2022
Bartender
Concrete Cowboy
03.2018 - 03.2019
Education
Bachelor - Nutritional Science
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX08.2011
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Proficiency in multiple POS systems
- Great management and customer service skills
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Well adept in mixology and craft cocktail preparation
- Team training and development
Timeline
Bartender
Cowboys Red River
09.2024 - Current
Lead Mixologist
Clarkwood
06.2022 - 08.2025
Bartender
Sporting Club Sports Bar
01.2021 - 02.2022
Lead Bartender
Bisou Fine Dining
05.2020 - 06.2023
Bartender
Concrete Cowboy
03.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor - Nutritional Science
Stephen F. Austin State University
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