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Myia Butler

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Accomplished Hospitality Professional
Seeking a position in the hospitality industry where I can leverage my outstanding customer service and communication skills, along with my proven ability to lead and collaborate with teams. With over 10 years of extensive experience in bartending, serving, management, and event planning, I am dedicated to contributing to your company’s success by driving higher sales and ensuring exceptional customer retention.

Key Competencies:

Expertise in planning and executing diverse events, ensuring client satisfaction and seamless logistics. Exceptional communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Friendly and Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Mortgage Loan Officer

PRMG
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented marketing campaigns to generate new business opportunities. I did this by using my social media platform where I've accumulated 36k followers.
  • Proactively identified solutions for customers experiencing credit issues.
  • Customized marketing materials aimed at attracting potential mortgage applicants within specific target markets. I have been able to use platforms like Canva, Fivver, and CHATGPT to assist me in fast tracking projects
  • Accomplished closing for loans in the first 3 months as a mortgage loan officer which is very difficult to do in this industry as a newbie.
  • Delivered timely updates on loan status, communicating proactively with all parties involved in each transaction.

Tax Preparer

One Accord Taxes
02.2020 - Current

Collaborated with colleagues to develop best practices for efficient and effective tax preparation.

  • Developed tailored solutions based on individual client needs, resulting in customized strategies for optimal outcomes.
  • Implemented quality control measures within the firm to reduce errors and maintain high standards of service for all clients. Service about 100-150 tax clients per season and ensure that everyone gets extraordinary service by leading a well trained team
  • Assessed client tax situations via phone calls and emails. Give clients daily tools to keep up with their expenditures through out the year.
  • Identified potential audit red flags to minimize risk of IRS audits.

Wedding and Event Bartender

Rellies Hospitality
02.2017 - 07.2024
  • Increased event attendance by developing strategic marketing campaigns and engaging promotional materials.
  • Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
  • Utilized project management skills to keep events on track while meeting deadlines and staying within budget parameters.
  • Managed logistics for successful events, including venue selection, contract negotiation, and coordinating with vendors.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Leveraged social media platforms to create buzz around events, driving awareness and interest among target audiences.
  • Supervised 100s of helpers and co-workers.

Executive Suite Bartender

CNN CENTER
10.2018 - 02.2024
  • Service high-level executives in an intimate upscale environment where being professional and paying attention to details its top priority.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.


Wedding and Events Bartender

The Georgian Club
03.2022 - 01.2024
  • 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.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Bartender

Cafe Intermezzo Airport
04.2018 - 04.2020


  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop creative food pairings that complemented beverage offerings.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
  • Handled high volume bars of 200 people or more. Averaged the highest sales in the company.

Bartender/ Bar Shift Manager

Bqe Restaurant and Lounge
08.2014 - 03.2019
  • Highly skilled in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks to customers with the expectation of fine-dining services
  • Demonstrated ability to keep the bar organized, stocked and clean
  • Worked fast and consistent in an upbeat high-volume environment
  • Assisted guest in selecting food and items and pairing the items with select cocktails and wine
  • Capable of diffusing situations without manager being present
  • Averaged $2500-$3000 in sales behind the bar and on the floor on high end
  • Average $1000-$1500 on low end.

Waitress, Cocktail Server

Jeff Rubys Steakhouse
02.2015 - 12.2017
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.

Waitress

U Bar Restaurant And Lounge
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Contributed to increased sales by promoting daily specials and making personalized menu recommendations.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at the end of shifts.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
  • Provided support during busy periods by assisting other servers in cleaning tables and resetting them quickly for incoming guests.

HOST/FOOD EXPO/ WAITRESS ASSISTANT/ WAITRESS

Cafe Intermezzo
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Within a year, promoted from hostess to waitress with zero experience.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
  • Greet guest at door and seat them in required section
  • Provided fast, sufficient, and outstanding service for patrons at a fine dining establishment located in a fast‐ paced
  • Prep food to make it look creatively appetizing before running it out to guests
  • Converse with guest from all over the world as I was in a busy and diverse airport restaurant.
  • Prepared drinks in under 45 seconds

Education

Communications Degree -

Georgia State University
01.2012

Professional Bartending School
01.2009

Skills

  • Published in Upscale DiningOut Magazine “Best of Bar”
  • Awarded "Bartender of the Year" 2020 Rellies Hospitality
  • Gentleman Jack Culture Shaker 2020, 2 minute film on my experience as a bartender
  • Created an official Bourbon Cocktal for Gentleman Jack
  • Licensed bartender since 2009
  • ServSafe certified
  • Adamant about maintaining a clean and organized working area
  • Consulted and trained bar owners, bartenders, servers, and managers in London, Ghana, Nigeria, and Georgia
  • Passionate about creating systems to manage bar theft
  • Curated events highlighting my mixology skills
  • Promoted at every company for my outstanding customer service skills
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Mortgage Loan Officer

PRMG
10.2023 - Current

Wedding and Events Bartender

The Georgian Club
03.2022 - 01.2024

Tax Preparer

One Accord Taxes
02.2020 - Current

Executive Suite Bartender

CNN CENTER
10.2018 - 02.2024

Bartender

Cafe Intermezzo Airport
04.2018 - 04.2020

Wedding and Event Bartender

Rellies Hospitality
02.2017 - 07.2024

Waitress, Cocktail Server

Jeff Rubys Steakhouse
02.2015 - 12.2017

Bartender/ Bar Shift Manager

Bqe Restaurant and Lounge
08.2014 - 03.2019

Waitress

U Bar Restaurant And Lounge
01.2013 - 01.2015

HOST/FOOD EXPO/ WAITRESS ASSISTANT/ WAITRESS

Cafe Intermezzo
05.2011 - 05.2013

Communications Degree -

Georgia State University

Professional Bartending School

References

  • Latosha Robinson, HR Cafe intermezzo, (404) 307-0049
  • Darryl Brown, GM BQE Lounge, (470) 963-2229
  • Valencia Torere, owner/mentor Talk of the Town, (404) 717-7675

References

  • Latosha Robinson, HR Cafe intermezzo, (404) 307-0049
  • Darryl Brown, GM BQE Lounge, (470) 963-2229
  • Jason Beaufort Hiring Manager GA World Congress
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