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Richard Barefield

Victoria

Summary


Offering strong foundation in craftsmanship and keen interest in welding but is eager to learn and grow in hands-on environment. Contributes quick learning ability and solid understanding of safety protocols.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender /Restaurant Server

Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.

Bartender

Olive Garden Restaurant
12.2017 - 08.2025
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • 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.

Water Transfer Operator

Nexgen
03.2016 - 11.2017
  • Reduced downtime by conducting routine maintenance on pumps, hoses, and pipelines.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies by following established procedures, minimizing damage to equipment and the environment.
  • Contributed to cost savings by identifying inefficiencies in the current system and proposing improvements for management consideration.
  • Installed and maintained meters, gauges, and controls for accurate measurement and control of water flow rates.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete water transfer projects on time and within budget constraints.

Water Transfer Operator

Black Line Energy
02.2015 - 03.2016
  • Troubleshot complex issues related to pressure changes or leaks quickly resolving problems that arose during operations.
  • Enhanced safety protocols, resulting in a reduction of workplace accidents during water transfer operations.
  • Consistently met or exceeded project deadlines by skillfully prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
  • Monitored gauges and flowmeters and inspected equipment to verify tank levels, temperatures and pressures remained at specified levels, reporting abnormalities as necessary.

Server

Chillis
06.2012 - 02.2015
  • 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.

Education

No Degree - Advance Welding

Victoria College
Victoria, Tx
12-2024

High School Diploma -

Victoria High School
Victoria, TX
05-2006

Skills

  • Highly reliable
  • Exceptional communication
  • Heavy machinery
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Bartender /Restaurant Server

Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2024 - Current

Bartender

Olive Garden Restaurant
12.2017 - 08.2025

Water Transfer Operator

Nexgen
03.2016 - 11.2017

Water Transfer Operator

Black Line Energy
02.2015 - 03.2016

Server

Chillis
06.2012 - 02.2015

No Degree - Advance Welding

Victoria College

High School Diploma -

Victoria High School

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