Nadine Khanafer
Detroit,MI
Summary
Motivated, service-oriented individual with high-volume restaurant experience. Extensive knowledge of wine, beer, and cocktails. Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individual settings. Seeking opportunities for personal growth and learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
London Chop House
Detroit, MI
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Server and Bartender
Olive Garden Restaurant
Dearborn, MI
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
- Served food/beverages to patrons and provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Food Expeditor
Mint 29
Dearborn, MI
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Orchestrated smooth and seamless workflow between kitchen and tables in fast-paced restaurant, resulting in quick delivery of proper orders with full customer satisfaction.
Head Lifeguard
City of Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
06.2019 - 04.2023
- Leadership position, supervised staff performing daily activities.
- Collaborated closely with team to identify issues and quickest methods for remediation.
- Delivered basic life support in emergency situations and administered CPR to stabilize individuals prior to ambulance arrival.
- Checked chemical level of pool before lesson commencement and notified maintenance department of issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental/Earth Science
University of Michigan - Dearborn
Dearborn, MI05-2025
Skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft and ArcGIS
- Fluent in English and Arabic
- First Aid/CPR certified
- Citizens Lifesaving Award from the City of Dearborn
- Proficient in mixology
- Effective Customer Upselling
- High Energy and Stamina
- Service-Oriented
Timeline
Bartender
London Chop House
09.2023 - Current
Food Expeditor
Mint 29
11.2022 - 04.2023
Server and Bartender
Olive Garden Restaurant
04.2022 - 04.2024
Head Lifeguard
City of Dearborn
06.2019 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental/Earth Science
University of Michigan - Dearborn
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