Richard Wright , Jr.
Parsippany,NJ
Summary
Organized and motivated professional with strong time management and organizational skills. Proven ability to adapt and thrive in diverse environments. Committed to contributing to company growth while enhancing personal capabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Bartender
Brooklake Country Club
Florham Park, New Jersey
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Crafted signature cocktails to enhance guest experience at large-scale events.
- Coordinated beverage service for multiple banquet functions simultaneously.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout events.
- Assisted in training new bartending staff on service standards and procedures.
- Engaged with guests to provide exceptional customer service and drink recommendations.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and restocking as needed during events.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing and serving drinks at functions.
- Maintained a professional appearance at all times while adhering to company policies regarding uniforms.
- Prepared specialty drinks to support servers.
- Followed all safety protocols such as checking expiration dates on bottles, disposing of broken glassware properly and monitoring intoxicated guests.
- Managed guest complaints in a timely manner; provided solutions or referred them to a manager if further assistance was needed.
- Completed daily side work tasks such as wiping down counters and restocking condiments and disposable items like straws and napkins.
- Set up banquet bars, stocked all supplies and put together table arrangements for each event.
- Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
- Prepared mixed drinks by applying advanced mixology knowledge.
Bartender
Tommy's Tavern
Morris Plains, New Jersey
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Crafted cocktails and mixed drinks per customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area and equipment.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest experiences.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocking of supplies.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service delivery.
- Trained new bartenders on procedures and drink preparation techniques.
- Monitored alcohol consumption and enforced responsible serving practices.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Poured wine, beer, and cocktails for patrons.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Car Wash Detailer
Eastern Auto Trading
Roxbury, NJ
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Cleaned and detailed vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Applied wax and polish to enhance vehicle appearance.
- Vacuumed interiors and shampooed carpets for thorough cleaning.
- Inspected vehicles for damages and reported findings to management.
- Organized cleaning supplies and maintained a clean work area.
- Followed safety protocols while handling chemicals and equipment.
- Assisted team members in completing large detailing projects efficiently.
- Cleaned car interiors using vacuums, brushes, and cleaning solutions.
- Dried cars with towels and cloths after washing and detailing.
- Sanitized interior surfaces such as dashboards, consoles, door panels.
- Cleaned wheels and tires with special cleaners and brushes.
- Maintained cleanliness of the shop area while working on vehicles.
- Polished and waxed exteriors of vehicles to protect paint.
- Removed tar, grease spots, tree sap and bird droppings from vehicle exteriors.
- Replaced worn windshield wipers blades as needed during detail jobs.
- Checked tire pressure levels before each job was completed.
Auto Detailer
Aristocrat Bus Co.
Ledgewood, NJ
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Cleaned and polished buses to maintain high standards of appearance.
- Vacuumed interiors and detailed upholstery for customer satisfaction.
- Applied wax and sealants to protect exterior surfaces from damage.
- Utilized steam cleaning equipment to remove tough stains effectively.
Education
Mechanical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ12-2026
Mechanical Engineering
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ01-2021
Mechanical Engineering
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI09-2020
High School Diploma -
Parsippany Hills High School
Morris Plains, NJ06-2020
Skills
- Technical drawing and 3D modeling
- Project management
- Critical thinking
- Data analysis
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Banquet Bartender
Brooklake Country Club
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bartender
Tommy's Tavern
05.2021 - 08.2022
Car Wash Detailer
Eastern Auto Trading
06.2018 - 08.2020
Auto Detailer
Aristocrat Bus Co.
06.2015 - 05.2017
Mechanical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Mechanical Engineering
County College of Morris
Mechanical Engineering
Roger Williams University
High School Diploma -
Parsippany Hills High School
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