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Nicole Stark

Asheville,NC

Summary

Seasoned and energetic bartender with multiple facets in the hospitality industry. Eager to be apart of a craft cocktail orientated group and give the highest quality of service and drinks. I excel in problem solving while keeping a positive demeanor in day-today operations and love learning while being a part of a team.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Blackbird Modern Asian
Jupiter, FL
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Helped open the new restaurant including setting up bar and creating a training program and study materials for new employees.
  • Created the bar prep program and recipes for all syrups and batches including training new employees for the role.
  • Very high volume restaurant with craft cocktails. Provided quality drinks in a timely manner
  • Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends including wine and sake knowledge.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.

Lead Bartender / Assistant General Manager

Calaveras Cantina
Jupiter/ Boca Raton, FL
10.2016 - 06.2022
  • Extensive work with corporate beverage director including new menu preparations
  • Participated in many spirits, beer, wine classes along with receiving my CRT tequila certification
  • Took over bar inventory and orders to meet expected demands and budgeting
  • Had wonderful guest rapport and gained regulars as bartender and manager
  • Managed all inventories for establishment including bar produce, glassware, and retail
  • Was promoted to lead bartender and in charge of training.

Bartender

Prime Time
Tallahassee, FL
01.2013 - 09.2016
  • Created multiple seasonal specialty drinks for marketing and special events
  • Have participated in multiple bar competitions, liquor/wine expos, and classes to keep up-to-date on trends and liquor knowledge
  • Created competitions for staff to upsell and sell certain liquors and seasonal cocktails to ensure moving selected brands.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English/ Hospitality Management

Florida State University
10.2016

Skills

  • Extensive spirits, wine, and beer knowledge
  • Maintaining clean and organized bar
  • Ordering glassware and liquor to provide a stocked bar
  • Manager serve safe certified
  • Proficient in mixology
  • Excellent food service including upselling
  • Organizational ability
  • Marketing and sales experience

Affiliations

  • Created my own Painting LLC and have participated in art shows in Florida. I enjoy keeping busy and working hard no matter the job.

Timeline

Bartender

Blackbird Modern Asian
08.2022 - 06.2024

Lead Bartender / Assistant General Manager

Calaveras Cantina
10.2016 - 06.2022

Bartender

Prime Time
01.2013 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Arts - English/ Hospitality Management

Florida State University

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