Patrick Ray
Greenville,SC
Summary
Hardworking professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender
Springhill Suites By Marriott
Long Beach, California
01.2026 - Current
- Mix, garnish, and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes or customer preferences.
- Prepare classic cocktails such as Margarita, Martini, Old Fashioned, and Mojito.
- Measure and pour spirits accurately.
- Maintain consistent drink quality and presentation.
Server
LoLo’s Chicken & Waffles
Las Vegas, Nevada
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Provided attentive service to customers in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Took orders accurately and communicated them to the kitchen staff efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of tables and dining areas throughout service shifts.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and customer service practices.
Bartender
Yard House
Las Vegas, NV
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Trained new bartenders on drink recipes and service standards.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Poured wine, beer, and cocktails for patrons.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
Server
Eureka
Las Vegas, NV
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Promoted desserts, appetizers, and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
Education
Westview
Portland, ORSkills
- Order management
- Menu knowledge
- Beverage preparation
- Customer service
- Cicerone certification
Timeline
Bartender
Springhill Suites By Marriott
01.2026 - Current
Bartender
Yard House
04.2023 - 11.2023
Server
LoLo’s Chicken & Waffles
01.2023 - 10.2025
Server
Eureka
09.2021 - 04.2023
Westview