NATHAN ORJI
Austin,TX
Summary
Talented Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding the highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed bartender with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Hyatt Regency Austin
03.2023 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Streamlined inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels to minimize waste and control costs.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, introducing new cocktails and techniques to the menu.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Contributed innovative ideas for seasonal cocktail menus that attracted new clientele while retaining regulars.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender
Inn Cahoots
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Participated in promotional events, representing the establishment positively while showcasing signature cocktails.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Bartender
Kalahari Resort & Conventions
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies
- Adhered to RAMP regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations
- Waited on hundreds of customers per day at 6 different water park bar areas.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Bartender/Server
Barley Creek Brewing Company
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed liquor stock and beer on tap rotation
- Performed bartending while simultaneously selling and promoting retail items for sale
- Educated and informed guest on differences in craft beers along with seasonal and featured beers on tap
- Worked with up to 4 other bartenders in fast-paced and tight environments
- Stayed informed and actively promoted weekly specials that were offered for dine-in guest
- Fluid knowledge of POS system unique to restaurant and layout
- Followed craft cocktail recipes and also displayed knowledge of traditional cocktails.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Streamlined inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels to minimize waste and control costs.
Bartender/Cabana Server
Camelback Resort
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands
- Handled simultaneous customers, attended to team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2017
Skills
- High-volume bar service
- Attention to Detail
- Stress Management
- Patience and Tolerance
- Seeing projects through completion
- Strategic sales knowledge
- Menu Memorization
- Payment Processing
- Basic Accounting
- Service-Oriented Mindset
- Upselling Techniques
- Inventory Management
- Liquor, Beer, and Wine Knowledge
Timeline
Bartender
Hyatt Regency Austin
03.2023 - Current
Bartender
Inn Cahoots
03.2023 - 01.2024
Bartender
Kalahari Resort & Conventions
07.2021 - 09.2022
Bartender/Server
Barley Creek Brewing Company
07.2021 - 09.2022
Bartender/Cabana Server
Camelback Resort
07.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
West Virginia University
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