Nickole Lunsford
Port Saint Lucie,USA
Summary
I have had the opportunity to work in some great establishments and take pride in selling food and beverages. I consider myself a valued employee who can multi-task, work very well with others, and bring positive energy to any professional environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender, Server, Banquet server
The Nest
Jensen Beach
02.2023 - Current
- Mixed cocktails and beverages according to established recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained clean and organized bar area to ensure efficient service.
- Assisted customers with drink selections and provided excellent service.
- Banquet service
Server, Bartender, Manager
Pietro's On The River/ Ocean
Jensen Beach, FL
11.2011 - 12.2022
- Provided prompt, efficient, friendly, and quality service at all times
- Set up special events and private parties.
- Accurately recorded orders and partnered with team members to serve food and beverages that exceeded guests' expectations.
- Front of house management.
Server, Bartender
Ken-Rose Catering
Palm Beach, FL
10.2009 - 11.2011
- Set up special events and private parties.
- Prepared and served permanent and portable bars.
Server, Bartender, Floor manager (Seasonal)
East Hampton Point
East Hampton, NY
05.2002 - 09.2011
- Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
- Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods, beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques, and guest interactions.
- Assigned tasks and oversaw the direction of employees to ensure compliance with food safety procedures and quality control guidelines.
- Assisted guests with making menu choices in an informative and helpful fashion.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Managed closing duties, including restocking items and reconciliation of the cash drawer.
- Skillfully anticipated and addressed guests' service needs.
- Effectively used items in stock to decrease waste and profit loss.
- Guided guests through the dining rooms and provided needed assistance.
- Stocked deliveries in a timely and safe manner.
- Inspected bars and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup.
Bar manager, Bartender, Server
Mark's Cityplace
West Palm Beach, FL
12.2000 - 05.2008
- Ordered all wine and liquor.
- Increased profits by incorporating a simple high revenue cocktail menu with inexpensive and promotional spirits.
- Followed monthly inventory procedures.
- Checked in deliveries and signed off on products received.
- Maintained stock levels to prevent shortages of critical items.
- Quickly mixed a variety of simple and complex cocktails.
- Accurately and quickly calculated checks and made change.
- Maintained a positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Promoted positive customer and associate relations through courtesy, service and professional appearance.
Server
Restaurant 1352
Jupiter, FL
05.1999 - 12.2000
- Fine dining service
- Wine service
Server
Amici
Palm Beach, FL
10.1998 - 05.1999
- High volume service
Breakfast server (seasonal)
Jared Coffin House
Nantucket, MA
06.1998 - 09.1998
- High-volume breakfast service
Server, Bartender, Banquet Server (seasonal)
Chancellors at The Point Breeze Hotel
Nantucket, MA
05.1998 - 09.1998
- Up-sold additional menu items, beverages and desserts to increase restaurant profits.
- Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed.
- Prepared and served permanent and portable bars operating within the hotel.
Server, Bartender
Thirsty Turtle
Juno Beach, FL
12.1995 - 05.1998
- Operated cash register and processed customer cash and credit card payments.
- Made and served drinks to guests.
- Casual fast-paced dining service.
Sandwich maker, Cashier, Food Prep
Subway
Jupiter, FL
01.1993 - 12.1995
- Quickly and efficiently processed payments and made accurate change.
- Closely followed standard procedures for safe food preparation, assembly and presentation to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Jupiter High School
Jupiter , FLSome College (No Degree) - General Studies And Hospitality
Palm Beach Community College
Palm Beach Gardens, FLSkills
- High-volume service
- Cash handling
- Bar management
- Fine dining
- Inventory control
- In-depth food and wine knowledge
- Strong mathematical aptitude
- Highly responsible and reliable
- Communicates effectively
- Point of Sale (POS) system operation
- Staff training
- Works well under pressure
Timeline
Bartender, Server, Banquet server
The Nest
02.2023 - Current
Server, Bartender, Manager
Pietro's On The River/ Ocean
11.2011 - 12.2022
Server, Bartender
Ken-Rose Catering
10.2009 - 11.2011
Server, Bartender, Floor manager (Seasonal)
East Hampton Point
05.2002 - 09.2011
Bar manager, Bartender, Server
Mark's Cityplace
12.2000 - 05.2008
Server
Restaurant 1352
05.1999 - 12.2000
Server
Amici
10.1998 - 05.1999
Breakfast server (seasonal)
Jared Coffin House
06.1998 - 09.1998
Server, Bartender, Banquet Server (seasonal)
Chancellors at The Point Breeze Hotel
05.1998 - 09.1998
Server, Bartender
Thirsty Turtle
12.1995 - 05.1998
Sandwich maker, Cashier, Food Prep
Subway
01.1993 - 12.1995
Jupiter High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies And Hospitality
Palm Beach Community College