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Rebecca Kinsey

Stow,OH

Summary

Dynamic bar lead with extensive experience at Lizardville, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and fostering teamwork. Cicerone Certified Beer Server skilled in cocktail creation and customer engagement, consistently achieving sales goals through effective upselling. Proven leadership in training staff and maintaining high standards of service and compliance.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Lead

Lizardville
Brunswick, OH
2024 - Current
  • Promoted the Lizardville experience, an adults only lounge with an extensive beer and whiskey menu providing exceptional service.
  • Collaborated with management to maintain inventory and keep all products stocked and organized.
  • Supervised bar operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed and trained staff on cocktail preparation techniques and service standards.
  • Monitored whiskey trends to ensure availability of guest-preferred selections.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork among bar staff through consistent support and open communication.
  • Consistently met sales goals through upselling techniques and promoting specialty cocktails and beers.

Bartender

One Red Door/ Flipside
Hudson, OH
2017 - 2024
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching industry trends.
  • Oversaw systematic organization and upkeep of bar draft systems and coolers, promoting a well-functioning beverage service area.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.

Bartender

Bistro on Main
Kent, OH
2015 - 2017
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
  • Oversaw daily restaurant operations, ensuring balanced financial closure.
  • Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.
  • Evaluated industry trends in craft beer to identify opportunities for innovation and growth.

Bartender

The Hard Rock Rocksino
Northfield, OH
2013 - 2015
  • Served high customer volumes for several different bar venues during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Selected as one of two bar leads to manage operations in high limit and VIP section.
  • Enhanced establishment's reputation, consistently receiving positive feedback on customer satisfaction surveys.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.

Realtor

Keller Williams-Chervenic
Stow, OH
2009 - 2015

Facilitated property transactions by guiding clients through buying and selling processes.

Bartender

Whitey’s Booze and Burgers
Richfield, OH
1999 - 2008
  • Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Orchestrated seamless operations during high-demand dart league and volleyball seasons.
  • Fostered culture of teamwork, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operation during high-traffic periods.
  • Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.

SPG, W/W, Expeditor, Bartender, Trainer

TGI Fridays
Montrose, OH
1992 - 1999
  • Contributed to successful launch as original team member for new store opening.
  • Cultivated industry passion through collaboration with leading professionals.
  • Developed knowledge of vast drink menus, providing recommendations to patrons.
  • Conducted comprehensive training sessions for diverse front-of-house staff to elevate customer service standards.

Education

Cicerone Certified Beer Server -

Cicerone Certification Program
2026

Real Estate - Real Estate Law

Hondros College of Real Estate
Independence, OH
2009

Early Childhood Education

University of Akron
Akron, OH
2003

Music Performance

Kent State University
Kent, OH
1992

Skills

  • Cicerone Certified Beer Server
  • Whiskey professional
  • Cocktail creation
  • Draft and beverage systems
  • Customer engagement
  • Salesmanship
  • Strong multitasking
  • Highly reliable
  • Teamwork and professionalism
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Compliant with all standard health practices
  • Promotional events
  • POS system operation

Timeline

Bar Lead

Lizardville
2024 - Current

Bartender

One Red Door/ Flipside
2017 - 2024

Bartender

Bistro on Main
2015 - 2017

Bartender

The Hard Rock Rocksino
2013 - 2015

Realtor

Keller Williams-Chervenic
2009 - 2015

Bartender

Whitey’s Booze and Burgers
1999 - 2008

SPG, W/W, Expeditor, Bartender, Trainer

TGI Fridays
1992 - 1999

Cicerone Certified Beer Server -

Cicerone Certification Program

Real Estate - Real Estate Law

Hondros College of Real Estate

Early Childhood Education

University of Akron

Music Performance

Kent State University