Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Bartender

Tara Albright

Las Vegas,NV

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. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Ron's Rack
East Peoria, IL
04.2013 - 11.2020
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
  • 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.

Server

Larry's Driftwood Pizza
Creve Coeur, IL
07.2013 - 02.2020
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining area to create pleasant and welcoming atmosphere for customers.
  • Inspected FOH stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Assigned tasks and shifts to servers to manage organized schedules and provide adequate coverage.

Skills

  • Patron Experiences
  • Anticipating Guest Needs
  • Alcohol Ordering
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Classic Cocktails
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Reconciling Cash Drawers
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Customer Service Best Practices
  • Teamwork and Professionalism
  • Private Events and Catering
  • Stamina and Endurance

Certification

  • Certified T.A.M Card
  • Food Handle Safety Training Card

Timeline

Server

Larry's Driftwood Pizza
07.2013 - 02.2020

Bartender

Ron's Rack
04.2013 - 11.2020
  • Certified T.A.M Card
  • Food Handle Safety Training Card
Tara Albright