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Paislee Payne

South Pittsburg,Tennessee

Summary

I have hosted, bartended and served at Top of the Rock. I have excelled in every position I have been in. I have also had many 5 star reviews while working. I know how to craft many cocktails and know bartending techniques. I am very detailed in my work and do my best every day.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/ Server

Top of the Rock Restaurant and Brewery
05.2021 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • 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.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow, coordinating with kitchen and floor staff to expedite orders.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Contributed to event success, planning beverage menus and efficiently serving large groups.
  • Fostered culture of teamwork, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operation during high-traffic periods.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
  • Improved team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Management

Chattanooga State Community College
Kimball, TN
10.2025

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Team working attitude
  • Detailed work
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Engaging personality
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Customer service expertise
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Payment processing
  • Cash register operation
  • Menu memorization
  • Memory retention
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Professional appearance
  • Suggestive selling
  • Alcohol awareness
  • Food service
  • Team training and development
  • New hire training
  • Beverage preparation
  • Drink preparation techniques
  • Performance improvement
  • Creative mixology
  • Garnishing drinks
  • Preparing garnishes
  • ABC standards
  • Dining room management
  • Bar restocking
  • Maintaining a clean bar

Timeline

Bartender/ Server

Top of the Rock Restaurant and Brewery
05.2021 - Current

Associate of Science - Business Management

Chattanooga State Community College
Paislee Payne