Paul Meiser
Annapolis,United States
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Melting Pot
05.2022 - 09.2023
- 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.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Budtender
Gold Leaf
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Checked guests' photo identification for validity and age requirements.
- Utilized strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with customers, establishing trust and credibility as a knowledgeable resource on cannabis products.
- Sold flowers, concentrates and edibles in fast-paced environment.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each customer warmly upon arrival, fostering an inclusive environment that encouraged return visits.
- Weighed, prepared and packaged different types of products.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment to ensure a positive shopping experience for customers.
- Enhanced customer experience by providing personalized product recommendations based on individual needs and preferences.
- Managed inventory efficiently, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely reordering of popular products to prevent shortages.
- Read industry publications to maintain knowledge on current and future bud trends.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by verifying customer identification and accurately tracking sales transactions in the point-of-sale system.
- Streamlined check-in processes for medical patients, expediting wait times while maintaining compliance with state requirements.
- Assisted in conducting regular inventory audits for accuracy assurance purposes while maintaining awareness of potential shrinkage or loss.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Server
Sams On The Waterfront
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
Education
AUDIO ENGINEER CERTIFICATION - Audio Engineer
Omega Studio's School of Applied Recording Arts And Sciences
Rockville, MD07.2024
High School Diploma -
South River High School
Edgewater, MD06.2018
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
- Highly reliable
- Patience and Tolerance
- Outgoing Personality
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Memory retention
- Hospitality service expertise
- Professional Appearance
PERSONAL FITNESS
TRAINING 5 DAYS A WEEK TO PUSH MYSELF TO ACHIEVE MY FITNESS GOALS
Timeline
Bartender
Melting Pot
05.2022 - 09.2023
Budtender
Gold Leaf
03.2021 - 09.2021
Server
Sams On The Waterfront
04.2020 - 09.2020
AUDIO ENGINEER CERTIFICATION - Audio Engineer
Omega Studio's School of Applied Recording Arts And Sciences
High School Diploma -
South River High School
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