Taryn Bonnenfant
Portland
Summary
Dynamic and highly reliable bartender/server, excelling in customer service and responsible alcohol service. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Strong multitasking skills and a team player attitude contribute to creating memorable guest experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Odd Fellows
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served beverages while adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of bar area.
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere and ensure satisfaction.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately during busy shifts.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Assisted in setup and teardown of bar stations for events.
FOH Associate
Gnar Bar
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of front-of-house areas.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Greeted and assisted customers, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Maintained a clean and inviting environment for guests, ensuring a positive dining experience.
- Hand-delivered prepared orders to guest in a timely and courteous manner.
- Assisted with inventory ordering and received food and supply shipments to maintain stock levels.
Event Server
Gnar Bar
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service during events, ensuring guest satisfaction and comfort.
- Executed full event setup and teardown, including food service stations and mobile bar installation for large-scale weddings.
- Prepped event logistics over two days, ensuring readiness for food and beverage service.
- Provided front-of-house service during events: passed appetizers during cocktail hour, plated salad and main courses, and cleared all serviceware efficiently.
- Served as stationary bartender during reception, maintaining high guest satisfaction and tip earnings.
- Managed end-of-event breakdown of bar and dining areas, including careful packing and loading of all equipment and supplies into transport vans.
- Worked demanding shifts (3 PM – 12 AM) with consistent performance in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Bartender/server
Malt and Mash
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Prepared and served a diverse range of beverages and food, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to enhance customer experience.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Enforced responsible alcohol service policies to ensure guest safety and compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maidu High School
Auburn, CA06-2024
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Responsible alcohol service
Certification
ABC Bartending School Certificate of Bartending
RBS Alcohol Server Training Certificate-ABC Server ID:313525351
Timeline
Bartender
Odd Fellows
02.2025 - Current
FOH Associate
Gnar Bar
04.2023 - 01.2025
Event Server
Gnar Bar
04.2023 - 01.2025
Bartender/server
Malt and Mash
11.2021 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Maidu High School