Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Bartender
Porshanique Johnson

Porshanique Johnson

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Friendly Bartender with expertise in concocting cocktail drinks and alcoholic drinks. Familiarity with numerous drink making techniques. Also, I’m capable of maintaining my composure under pressure. Customer-oriented restaurant professional well-versed in liquor, beer, and specialty drinks. Diligent about restocking supplies and keeping customer area clean. Ready to take on new professional challenges and learn new skills at any environment

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Events By Dezine
06.2024 - Current
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Facilitated smooth workflow, coordinating with kitchen and floor staff to expedite orders.

Bartender

Empire lounge
01.2019 - Current
  • Collected and polish glassware, keeping adequate stocks for expected customer loads
  • I also kept close track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area seamlessly, providing pleasant dining experience to customers and smoothing process for waitstaff
  • Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements needed for purchased of alcohol

Bartender

Grand Lekki
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • 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.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Optimized beverage cost and waste management, regularly reviewing and adjusting pour sizes and inventory levels.
  • Implemented sustainable practices, reducing waste by introducing reusable straws and biodegradable napkins.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
  • Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.
  • Enhanced establishment's reputation, consistently receiving positive feedback on customer satisfaction surveys.
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Enhanced customer experience with engaging conversations and personalized drink recommendations.
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
  • Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
  • Developed loyal clientele by engaging in friendly conversations and providing exceptional service.
  • Improved team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
  • Enhanced dining experience, suggesting food and drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.

Bartender

Naija Cuisine
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • 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.

Bartender

Rivermont Golf Club
06.2022 - 11.2022
  • Handled increased customer flow at special events and peak times.
  • 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.

Bartender

Escovitchez
05.2020 - 05.2021
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • 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.
  • Optimized beverage cost and waste management, regularly reviewing and adjusting pour sizes and inventory levels.

Bartender

Duchess Café and Grill
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Lead various promotions and marketing campaigns as a band spokesmodel to increase customer engagement
  • Also printing menus and also specialty menus
  • Memorized alcohol and food inventory, leading to daily bar sales nearly 50% higher than company average
  • Mastered my strong ability and skills to up sell on a day to day based

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
10.2011

Skills

  • Wine and liquor expertise
  • Team building
  • Problem solving
  • Courteous
  • Verbal communication
  • Food preparation
  • Strong communication skills
  • BEER, WINE, & cocktails
  • Health code compliance
  • Serving my signature drinks
  • Strong multitasking
  • Highly reliable
  • Customer service
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Outgoing personality
  • Engaging personality
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Customer service expertise
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Payment processing
  • Handling difficult customers
  • Cash register operation
  • Menu memorization
  • Professional appearance
  • Alcohol awareness
  • Team training and development
  • New hire training
  • Inventory
  • Classic cocktails
  • Food running
  • Changing beer kegs

Certification

Certified bartender

  • Food Handler's Card or Permit - Various State Health Departments.
  • Bartender & Mixologist Certification–United States Bartenders' Guild.

Timeline

Bartender

Events By Dezine
06.2024 - Current

Bartender

Naija Cuisine
01.2023 - 09.2023

Bartender

Rivermont Golf Club
06.2022 - 11.2022

Bartender

Grand Lekki
05.2022 - 12.2023

Bartender

Escovitchez
05.2020 - 05.2021

Bartender

Empire lounge
01.2019 - Current

Bartender

Duchess Café and Grill
01.2018 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School

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