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Education
Skills
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Certification
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Bartender

nancy Spears

Summary

Dynamic bartender with proven reliability and exceptional customer engagement skills, honed at Gaston's Resort. Successfully developed innovative cocktail menus, enhancing customer satisfaction and attracting diverse clientele. Skilled in managing multiple tasks while collaborating effectively with team members to optimize service efficiency and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Experienced with creating unique and appealing cocktails tailored to customer preferences. Utilizes efficient workflow management to maintain smooth operations during peak hours. Knowledge of inventory control and managing supplies to ensure well-stocked bar.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Self-employed
01.2018 - 01.2025
  • Prepared and served beverages in a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
  • Engaged with customers to ensure positive experiences and satisfaction.
  • Assisted with inventory management and supply replenishment.
  • Learned cocktail recipes to provide diverse drink options.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with proactive communication, timely issue resolution, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Bartender

Gaston's Resort
04.2016 - 12.2018
  • Assisted with inventory management and supply replenishment.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling food and beverages.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance service efficiency.
  • Adapted to changing customer preferences and special requests.
  • Trained and mentored junior bartenders, enhancing team performance and service quality.
  • Developed innovative cocktail menus, attracting diverse clientele and increasing customer satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory control processes, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.

Bartender

Buffalo Wild Wings
09.2015 - 11.2018
  • 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.
  • 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.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gainesville High
Gainesville, MO
05-1989

Skills

  • Skilled at managing multiple tasks
  • Customer engagement
  • Proven reliability
  • Effective team collaboration

Accomplishments

After many years of bartending at different establishments, I was fortunate enough to start my own business. I went on to bartend private parties and weddings for a total of 8 years successfully.

Certification

Bartender License

Servesafe Certification Legends Nightclub, - 2025

Experience

I have been in the restaurant/bar industry for a combined total of 38 years. Starting as a server for the first part and then moving onto bartending which quickly became a long term love for the profession.

Timeline

Bartender

Self-employed
01.2018 - 01.2025

Bartender

Gaston's Resort
04.2016 - 12.2018

Bartender

Buffalo Wild Wings
09.2015 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

Gainesville High

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