Rachael Howe
Summary
Professional and knowledgeable bartender/server, offering 9 years of experience in the service industry. Excels in detail-oriented work, while maintaining efficiency, accuracy and warmth in every interaction. Ability to multitask, promoting maximum productivity through excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Party Guru Productions
11.2022 - Current
- Carried out back-end organization of events from inception to completion
- Built and maintained relationships with clients and other external contacts.
- Established professional and collaborative working relationships with company associates and external parties.
Server
Charlie Brown's Bar and Grill
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed multiple tables efficiently while maintaining service quality.
- Tracked orders and finalized checks manually without a POS system.
- Worked with team members to ensure smooth workflow and great guest experiences.
- Reliable and adaptable, covering shifts as needed to support team success.
Kavatender
Golden Kava Lounge
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Brewed and prepared 22-quart batches, ensuring consistency, quality, and smooth shift transitions.
- Self-motivated and reliable, consistently maintaining high work standards.
- Engaged with the community to promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
- Team-oriented and independent, demonstrating strong problem-solving and initiative.
Event Bartender
Peak Beverage
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Collected money for drinks served.
- Followed bar recipes to deliver consistent drink quality and control costs quickly and efficiently.
- Monitored intake of alcohol by guests and prohibited sale of alcohol to intoxicated individuals.
Bartender/Server
Pepper Asian Bistro
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Mixologist/Craft Bartender/Server
High Five Entertainment
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and accurately complete transactions.
- Prepared multi-step craft cocktails through techniques such as muddling, fire, smoke, etc.
- Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
Bartender
Soho Lounge
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Bartender
Bat Bar
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
Mixologist/Bartender/Server
Cowboy Bills/Salsa Loca
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Worked quickly and efficiently in daily, high volume/fast paced entertainment complex.
- Moved, adapted and filled in wherever position was needed.
Server
Rum Barrel
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Completed Coursework Towards Associate of Arts
Front Range Community College
05.2013
High School Diploma -
Fort Collins High School
01.2011
Skills
- Specials Promotion and Upselling
- Composed in High-Stress Situations
- Inventory Management
- Fast and Efficient Beverage Preparation
- Food and Bar Service
- Customer Service Excellence
Timeline
Kavatender
Golden Kava Lounge
06.2024 - 10.2024
Server
Charlie Brown's Bar and Grill
11.2023 - 01.2025
Administrative Assistant
Party Guru Productions
11.2022 - Current
Event Bartender
Peak Beverage
09.2022 - 10.2023
Bartender/Server
Pepper Asian Bistro
11.2020 - 01.2023
Mixologist/Craft Bartender/Server
High Five Entertainment
03.2019 - 03.2020
Bartender
Soho Lounge
01.2019 - 03.2019
Bartender
Bat Bar
01.2019 - 03.2019
Mixologist/Bartender/Server
Cowboy Bills/Salsa Loca
05.2017 - 01.2019
Server
Rum Barrel
03.2016 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Fort Collins High School
Associate of Arts - Completed Coursework Towards Associate of Arts
Front Range Community College
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