Shayla Ingram
Nashville,TN
Summary
Energetic and customer-focused bartender with 5 years of experience in fast paced, high end restaurant - lounge environments. Skilled in crafting cocktails, managing high-volume service, and delivering exceptional guest services. Strong knowledge of mixology, POS systems, and responsible alcohol service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mixologist
Mystik Myx - Mobile Business
Nashville, TN
12.2022 - Current
- Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
Bartender
Jimmy Kellys Steak House
Nashville, TN
07.2021 - 05.2026
- Trained 2 new hires on cocktail preparation and customer service.
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance guest experience.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of bar area, maintaining high hygiene standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing guest inquiries and preferences promptly.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies, ordering stock, and reducing waste effectively.
- Developed new cocktail recipes to refresh menu offerings based on seasonal ingredients.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Bartender
Sunset on Belcourt Cigar Lounge
Nashville, TN
05.2024 - 10.2025
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
Education
Mixology -
Nashville Bartender School
Nashville2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12-2019
Skills
- Cocktail Crafting
- Inventory Management
- Customer Service
- Menu Engineering
- Point-of-Sale Systems
- Team Leadership
- Upselling Techniques
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
- Mixology Certification - Nashville Bartending School
- Food Handler’s Certification - Learn2Serve
Timeline
Bartender
Sunset on Belcourt Cigar Lounge
05.2024 - 10.2025
Mixologist
Mystik Myx - Mobile Business
12.2022 - Current
Bartender
Jimmy Kellys Steak House
07.2021 - 05.2026
Mixology -
Nashville Bartender School
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Middle Tennessee State University