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Tara Celler Werber

Tara Celler Werber

Henderson,NV

Summary

Seeking a position that values dependability, sensitivity, great customer service and hard work.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Dotty's Casino
02.2025 - Current
  • Ensured inventory met expected customer needs through effective organization.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Responded to inquiries by addressing player questions about game operations, machine functions and payouts.
  • Collected fees for services and games, managing $5000 in cash daily maintaining compliance with Nevada gambling laws.
  • Preserved safe and clean gaming floor to protect customers and business interests.
  • Explained game instructions and rules to customers.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to verify players adherence to regulations and proper machine function.
  • Monitored customers and searched for violations of gaming regulations and casino policies.
  • Reset and refilled slot machines with tickets and money.
  • Cleared and cleaned casino tables, bars and machines.
  • Cashed out jackpots of up to $9999.00 and processed proper tax forms to uphold legal requirements.
  • Informed security personnel and supervisors of problems, violations or irregularities.
  • Filled, maintained and rotated products and displays to create attractive arrangements, promote customer interest and drive sustained sales.
  • Interacted with casino customers by answering questions, addressing concerns and handling escalations.

Bartender

TGI Fridays
07.2020 - Current
  • Opening and Closing Bar;
  • Preparing bar areas for guest service and use;
  • Ensuring that the bar area is fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests;
  • Ensuring bar has adequate supplies of glassware, drinks, bottles, garnishes, etc.;
  • Greeting guests and inviting guests to come back again, as they leave, in a warm and friendly manner;
  • Serving guests Beer, Wine and Spirits in accordance with company guidelines and policies;
  • Mixing drinks, cocktails and other bar beverages according to drink recipes guidelines;
  • Taking orders and serving meals to guests seated at the bar top as well as guests seated at tables in the bar area;
  • Promoting food and drink menu items;
  • Assisting guests with suggestions for choosing drinks and food;
  • Practicing Responsible Service of Alcohol policies at all times, including checking identifications and determining guests’ drinking capacity, safety, and safe departure;
  • Performing payment settlement and operating the cash register ensuring a high level of accuracy;
  • Handling complaints according to guidelines;
  • Washing and polishing glassware, bar equipment and bar area;
  • Maintaining bar stock and inventory according to stock levels and advise on re-ordering;
  • Continuously maintaining keg room and post-mix readiness;
  • Assist with the training of new staff members and oversee them;
  • Maintaining safety and cleanliness of bar and surrounding areas, reporting any maintenance problems to Manager
  • Maintaining a clean working area by sweeping, dusting, cleaning of glass doors and windows, keeping floors dry, etc. as required.

Bartender / Cocktails

Putter’s Bar and Grill
11.2008 - 12.2010

Bartender / Cocktails

Hualapai Lodge
07.2005 - 10.2008

Server, Food and Cocktails

Tommy Rocker’s Bar and Grill
12.2004 - 07.2005

Cocktail Server/Bartender

The Crown and Anchor
06.2002 - 11.2004

Food Server

Four Queens Pub
03.2002 - 11.2003

Food Server

Joe’s Crab Shack
09.1999 - 06.2002

Skills

Exceptional customer service and rapport-building with gaming patrons

Strong knowledge of slot machines, video poker, and gaming floor procedures

Familiarity with gaming regulations, ID verification, and responsible gaming practices

Fast, accurate drink preparation with consistent quality

Proficient in upselling premium beverages and promotions

Efficient multitasking under high-volume, fast-paced conditions

Cash handling, POS operation, and secure transaction management

Observant in identifying suspicious or prohibited activities

Timeline

Bartender - Dotty's Casino
02.2025 - Current
Bartender - TGI Fridays
07.2020 - Current
Bartender / Cocktails - Putter’s Bar and Grill
11.2008 - 12.2010
Bartender / Cocktails - Hualapai Lodge
07.2005 - 10.2008
Server, Food and Cocktails - Tommy Rocker’s Bar and Grill
12.2004 - 07.2005
Cocktail Server/Bartender - The Crown and Anchor
06.2002 - 11.2004
Food Server - Four Queens Pub
03.2002 - 11.2003
Food Server - Joe’s Crab Shack
09.1999 - 06.2002

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