Motivated hospitality industry professional with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly, and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse
10.2024 - Current
Captain for private events/BEOs
Led efficient service operations, enhancing customer dining experiences.
Trained and mentored new servers to maintain high service standards.
Implemented process improvements, reducing wait times and improving table turnover.
Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of dishes.
Craft Bartender
Red Phone Booth
08.2024 - 11.2024
Crafted innovative cocktails using high-quality ingredients to enhance customer satisfaction.
Mentored junior bartenders on mixology techniques and industry standards for improved service quality.
Managed inventory effectively, ensuring optimal stock levels of spirits and supplies for seamless operations.
Developed seasonal drink menus, incorporating customer feedback to drive engagement and repeat business.
Bartender
Rock & Brews
04.2024 - 09.2024
Was part of the opening team for The Grapevine location
Crafted signature cocktails and beverages to enhance guest experiences.
Managed bar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
Trained and mentored junior bartenders on beverage preparation techniques and customer service skills.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize food and drink orders for efficient service.
Bartender
Verf’s Grill & Tavern
12.2023 - 03.2024
Crafted signature cocktails and beverages to enhance guest experiences.
Oversaw bar operations during peak hours, maintaining high standards of service efficiency.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Server
River Walk Social
02.2023 - 12.2023
Pie Hole- 10/2023-12/20223
Whiskey & Smoke- 09/2023- 12/2023
Underdogs- 02/2023- 12/2023
Reason for leaving: Riverwalk Social did a reduction-in-force and reduction in operating hours
Was responsible for opening Whiskey & Smoke, an upscale steakhouse and barbecue dining experience
Project Director
Kaye/bassman International Corp.
08.2018 - 12.2022
Company Overview: Ambulatory Surgery Center & Surgical Hospital Practice
Executive search partnering with clients and candidates across the US
Averaged billing of no-less than $250,000 year over year
Executive Healthcare Recruiter
Optimum RTS
01.2018 - 08.2018
Executive Search within the Home Health and Hospice space, while working and managing agency for our local medical practice clients.
Executive Healthcare Recruiter
Valeo Resources
09.2017 - 01.2018
Executive Search with a focus in Behavior Health and Pharmacy
Executive Healthcare Recruiter
RCI Recruitment Solutions
01.2016 - 09.2017
Specializing in permanent placements of healthcare professionals across a variety of modalities.
Server/Bartender
Duffy's Sports Grill
08.2015 - 01.2016
Regional Branch Trainer
SafeStreets USA LLC
03.2015 - 08.2015
Company Overview:
Internal acquisition of my Nashville office between ADT Security and an ADT Authorized Retailer.
Branch Trainer/Recruiter/Hiring Manager duties remained the same.
Relocation from Nashville to Orlando
Responsible for the Florida Regional Market to include branches in Melbourne, Brandon, Jacksonville, and West Palm Beach
Branch Trainer
ADT Security
06.2014 - 03.2015
Recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and orientating candidates to join the outside door-to-door sales team.
Sales Manager
ADT Security
03.2014 - 06.2014
Managing a team of six sales representatives
Closing sales and meeting monthly quotas
Cold call, door-to-door outside sales
Sales Representative
ADT Security
10.2013 - 03.2014
Designing safe, smart homes for residential and small business customers
Cold calling, door-to-door, outside sales
Lead Bartender/Trainer/Server
Uncle Bucks Brewery
10.2012 - 09.2013
Bartender/Bar Manager
Hub Lounge
02.2010 - 09.2012
Corporate Trainer/Lead Server
TGI Fridays
08.2010 - 04.2011
Cocktail Waitress
Sherlock's Baker Street Pub
11.2009 - 03.2010
Corporate Trainer/Bartender
Rainforest Cafe
01.2006 - 11.2009
I was a Corporate Trainer and worked at locations in Grapevine, TX, Chicago, IL, and New Brunswick, NJ during this time.