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Nate Lewis

Arlington,TX

Summary

Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Solar Sales Consultant

Immediate Solar
06.2023 - Current
  • Prepared analyses of customer's current and projected electrical usage, demonstrating financial return on investment via new system introduction.
  • Created sales and marketing tools, growing clientele and generating quality sales leads.
  • Proposed commercial sustainability practices and solar lighting installations, reducing energy costs and environmental impact over [Number]%.
  • Mentored new sales team to surpass goals in alignment with brand standards.
  • Developed strategic and tactical sales plans to structure new statewide initiatives, growing market share over [Number]%.
  • Applied advanced understanding of [Type] system throughout promotional and sales phases, securing major corporate accounts.
  • Discussed solar benefits with customers and drew comparisons with power company rates and drawbacks.
  • Produced quotes, proposals and contracts as part of sales process.

Bartender/server

El Arroyo
06.2019 - 06.2023
  • 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.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.

Barista

Starbucks
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.

Food Runner

El Arroyo
06.2016 - 06.2017
  • Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints.
  • Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation.
  • Collaborated well with other food runners to deliver orders accurately.
  • Cleaned and sanitized food preparation and serving areas.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Restocked food supplies in kitchen and organized storage areas.
  • Kept detailed knowledge of and followed all food safety guidelines.
  • Garnished dishes and quickly delivered items to customers, minimizing wait times.
  • Trained and mentored newly hired employees to explain process flow and safety procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mansfield Summit High School
Arlington, TX
06.2019

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Food Preparation
  • Food Running
  • Payment Processing
  • Food Service
  • Menu Memorization
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Preparing Garnishes
  • Performance Improvement
  • Engaging Personality
  • Team Training and Development
  • Liquor, Beer, and Wine Knowledge
  • Hospitality Service Expertise
  • Inventory
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Changing Beer Kegs
  • Handling Difficult Customers
  • Order Management

Timeline

Solar Sales Consultant

Immediate Solar
06.2023 - Current

Bartender/server

El Arroyo
06.2019 - 06.2023

Barista

Starbucks
06.2017 - 06.2019

Food Runner

El Arroyo
06.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Mansfield Summit High School
Nate Lewis