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Ryan Barrett

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Lock Yard and Off The Hook Restaurant, enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations. Excelled in multitasking and customer service, significantly improving sales through strategic promotions. Known for reliable cash management and expert knowledge of liquor, beer, and wine, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Server

Lock Yard
04.2024 - 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.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.

Assistant Manager/Server

Off The Hook Restaurant
05.2020 - 06.2022
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.

Education

High School Diploma -

Xaverian High School
Brooklyn, NY

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer Service
  • Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
  • Highly reliable

Timeline

Bartender/Server

Lock Yard
04.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager/Server

Off The Hook Restaurant
05.2020 - 06.2022

High School Diploma -

Xaverian High School
Ryan Barrett