Skye Dressell
Jacksonville,USA
Summary
Hospitality professional with background in leading bar operations and creating exceptional guest experiences. Successfully managed bar staff, ensuring seamless service and high standards of quality. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with reliable adaptability to changing needs. Proficient in mixology and customer service, valued for leadership and interpersonal skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Bartender and Assistant Manager
Legends Billiards
Jacksonville, FL
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily bar operations, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior bartenders on mixology techniques and customer engagement strategies.
- Developed innovative cocktail menus, enhancing overall customer experience and driving sales.
- Collaborated with management to create enticing promotions for special events and holidays, driving increased foot traffic to the establishment.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering a positive bar atmosphere and repeat business.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
Event Bartender
Five / Galactic
Jacksonville, FL
03.2025 - Current
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails, ensuring exceptional guest experiences.
- Managed bar inventory, reducing waste through effective stock control and organization.
- Streamlined workflow during high-volume events, improving service speed and efficiency.
- Assisted in event setup procedures by arranging bar stations and stocking necessary items in an orderly fashion.
- Effectively handled high-pressure situations during peak hours without compromising the quality of customer service or drink preparation.
- Developed signature drinks that enhanced menu offerings and attracted new clientele.
Event Bartender
DLS Staffing
07.2024 - Current
- Diversified menus with seasonal drinks and appetizers.
- Stayed ready for customer demands by keeping adequate inventory levels of garnishes, liquor and bar supplies.
- Arranged bottles and glassware into attractive displays.
- Prepared cocktails for customers using exact recipes combined with personal flair.
- Helped implement strategic corporate brand marketing initiatives and promotional activities.
- Assisted in event setup, including arranging tables, chairs, and decorations.
- Monitored event areas to maintain cleanliness and organization throughout function.
- Provided crowd control assistance by directing foot traffic during high-volume events.
Bartender
Jaguars stadium
Jacksonville, FL
07.2023 - 01.2026
- Creating intricate and classic cocktails from memory
- Using creativity and past experience to make new cocktails on demand
- Interacting with many customers in an efficient welcoming and friendly way
- Cleaned, organized, and replenished supplies to maintain bar appearance
- Operated POS systems and managed bar tabs to track revenue
- Demonstrated knowledge of responsible alcohol service practices by adhering to local laws and regulations
Bartender/server/host/shift Lead
Casbah Cafe
Jacksonville, FL
04.2016 - 06.2025
- Trained new servers in company policies, guest service standards, and best practices
- Can create intricate cocktails from memory and create new, unique drinks with knowledge gained from experience
- Operated POS systems and managed bar tabs to track revenue
- Dealt directly with vendors and orders for the business as well as writing checks
- Listened to guest needs and responded promptly for personalized service
- Learned to quickly solve problems by adapting to the situations on hand
- Managed inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other bar-related items by conducting regular stock checks
- Assisted fellow team members during high-volume periods by providing support where needed
- Conducted routine cleaning tasks such as mopping floors, washing dishes, or wiping down counters throughout shifts
- Operated cash registers accurately, handling cash and credit card transactions efficiently
Seasonal Event Bartender
Southern Hospitality Concessions
National
04.2026 - Current
- Prepared and served a diverse range of beverages at large-scale events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar areas throughout event duration.
- Assisted in training junior bartenders on service standards and drink preparation techniques.
- Coordinated inventory management to ensure timely replenishment of supplies during events.
- Assisted in event setup procedures by arranging bar stations and stocking necessary items in an orderly fashion.
dessert and food sales
BISCOTTIS
Jacksonville, FL
12.2014 - 04.2016
- Learned how to present and sell merchandise to a customer
- Maintained clean and visually appealing displays to attract customers
- Collected and processed customer payments and provided receipts
- Conducted inventory checks to ensure stock levels were sufficient
- Performed opening and closing duties as assigned by management, including securing store at night
- Managed multiple tasks effectively under high-pressure situations
Seasonal Event Bartender
Oak View Group (Spectrum)
National
06.2026 - Current
- Engaged with guests to enhance their experience and address inquiries or concerns promptly.
- Developed signature cocktails tailored to specific event themes or client requests.
- Implemented best practices for safety, including responsible alcohol service procedures.
- Led team efforts in high-pressure situations, ensuring efficient workflow during peak service times.
- Streamlined beverage service by efficiently managing multiple orders and accurately mixing drinks according to recipes.
Education
High school diploma -
Wando High School
Mount Pleasant, SC06-2014
Skills
- Bartending
- Serving
- Staff management
- Cocktail list development
- Upselling
- Health codes compliance
- Menu Memorization
- Team training and development
- Cash and credit transactions
- Inventory management
- Highly reliable
Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- Alcohol certification
- TIPS Certification
- TWIC Certification
LANGUAGE
english - Native
ASL - Intermediate
Interests
Outdoor activities, Museums, Art exhibits, Concerts, Shows, Travel
Timeline
Seasonal Event Bartender
Oak View Group (Spectrum)
06.2026 - Current
Seasonal Event Bartender
Southern Hospitality Concessions
04.2026 - Current
Lead Bartender and Assistant Manager
Legends Billiards
06.2025 - Current
Event Bartender
Five / Galactic
03.2025 - Current
Event Bartender
DLS Staffing
07.2024 - Current
Bartender
Jaguars stadium
07.2023 - 01.2026
Bartender/server/host/shift Lead
Casbah Cafe
04.2016 - 06.2025
dessert and food sales
BISCOTTIS
12.2014 - 04.2016
High school diploma -
Wando High School
ASSESSMENTS
- Customer focus & orientation, Proficient, 08/01/22, Responding to customer situations with sensitivity
- Attention to detail, Proficient, 09/01/22, Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
- Sales skills, Proficient, 08/01/22, Influencing and negotiating with customers
- Customer service, Proficient, 08/01/22, Identifying and resolving common customer issues
- Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence, Proficient, 09/01/22, Choosing the most effective strategy to inspire and influence others to meet business objectives
- Food service: Customer situations, Proficient, 10/01/22, Identifying and addressing customer needs in a food service setting
- Bartending, Proficient, 09/01/22, Understanding, pouring, and mixing drink orders