Savannah Bengston
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Productive time management skills with a bubbly personality. Hardworking and ready to be a positive influence on your company.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Hostess
Prime Cigar/ Prime On Peachtree
12.2023 - Current
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall guest experience and increasing repeat business.
- Coordinated large parties and events, ensuring seamless service from arrival through departure.
- Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
- Documented reservations, alerted servers, and managers of large groups and prepared seating.
- Took information about guests' party size, led to seating and offered menus.
- Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through developments of innovative solutions.
Bartender
Believe Music Hall
10.2023 - Current
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Performed opening and closing duties; counting the cash drawers (bank), pour spout care, liquor bottle wipe down, and sanitizing counters, terminals.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on their preferences.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Assisted in marketing efforts by distributing promotional materials, participating in community events, or engaging with patrons on social media platforms.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Office Manager
IMA West
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Implemented new software tools for streamlined project management, increasing efficiency in task completion across teams.
- Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
- Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Secretary
Stevens & Stevens LLC
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Implemented new office procedures to improve workflow efficiency while reducing administrative errors.
- Increased staff productivity with efficient meeting coordination and streamlined agenda preparation.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
Cocktail Waitress
Whiskey Blue
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing daily sales at the end of each shift without discrepancies consistently.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed, maintaining optimal workflow during peak hours.
- Built solid rapport with many frequent patrons to cultivate guest loyalty.
- Upheld strict safety standards by adhering to local alcohol regulations and checking identification when necessary.
- Ensured seamless event execution for private parties by coordinating drink orders with kitchen staff while maintaining excellent communication skills.
- Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in bar environment.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Bartender, Waitress, Entertainer
Oasis Goodtime Emporium
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Landrum High School
Landrum, SC2017
Skills
High-volume dining
Decision-Making
Reservation coordination
Cost analysis and savings
Employee Motivation
Effective leader
Certification
- ServSafe
Social media
Instagram: @im.vannah
Facebook: Savannah Bengston
- Large scale/ following, outreach & engagement
- Personal/ Promotional platforms
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursCompany CultureAdditional Information
I have lived in Atlanta for 7 years and absolutely love my city!
Timeline
Head Hostess
Prime Cigar/ Prime On Peachtree
12.2023 - Current
Bartender
Believe Music Hall
10.2023 - Current
Office Manager
IMA West
08.2023 - 10.2023
Secretary
Stevens & Stevens LLC
06.2023 - 08.2023
Cocktail Waitress
Whiskey Blue
04.2021 - 05.2022
Bartender, Waitress, Entertainer
Oasis Goodtime Emporium
05.2017 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Landrum High School
- ServSafe
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