TAYLOR ALEXANDER
Freeport,FL
Summary
Dynamic bar manager with extensive experience at Dads Bar and Steakhouse, excelling in customer service and leadership. Proven track record in developing innovative cocktail menus and training staff, ensuring compliance with alcohol regulations. Skilled in time management and cash handling, consistently enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Bartender
Wind River Brewing Company
Pinedale, WY
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Executed daily setup and teardown of bar operations.
Answered phone calls and processed to-go orders.
Crafted cocktails and served food to patrons.
Greeted guests promptly and recorded food or drink orders.
Maintained knowledge of menu items and alcohol offerings.
Monitored alcohol service to ensure compliance with regulations.
Managed cash transactions, including guest checkouts and till balancing.
Trained new bartenders and servers on operational procedures.
Bar Manager and Lead Bartender
Dads Bar and Steakhoususe
Thayne, WY
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated daily bar setup and teardown, ensuring operational readiness.
Managed cash till operations and processed guest transactions efficiently.
Oversaw alcohol inventory, placing orders for supplies as needed.
Trained new bartenders and servers on menu offerings and service standards.
Developed innovative cocktail menus to enhance guest experience.
Created bartender schedules and approved time-off requests to maintain staffing levels.
Greeted guests promptly, handling phone inquiries and taking to-go orders.
Prepared drinks and monitored alcohol service to comply with regulations.
Lead Hostess, Lead Server, Bartender
Shades Bar And Grill
Inlet Beach, FL
09.2015 - 05.2023
- Managed guest interactions by greeting promptly and maintaining waitlist effectively.
Executed table cleaning and food serving to uphold high standards.
Contributed to development of innovative cocktail menus for improved selection.
Prepared bar for operations by setting up and breaking down as needed.
Demonstrated proficiency in alcohol knowledge, ensuring responsible serving practices.
Organized liquor inventory and mixed cocktails in compliance with quality standards.
Accurately processed food and drink orders for guests on-site.
Facilitated phone and To-Go order handling while managing cash transactions.
Condo Cleaner
Broom Brigade CleaningCo.
Panama City Beach, FL
01.2013 - 09.2015
- Executed timely cleaning of vacation rentals, ensuring high standards across all areas.
Performed thorough cleaning of bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, and kitchens.
Swept, mopped, and replaced bedding and towels to maintain fresh environments.
Conducted deep cleaning sessions during winter months to uphold property condition.
Skills
- Customer Service
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Service
- Time Management
- Guest Services
- Leadership
- English
Certification
- Bar Smarts, Tips Certified, Servsafe Certified
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Wind River Brewing Company
06.2024 - 05.2025
Bar Manager and Lead Bartender
Dads Bar and Steakhoususe
05.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Hostess, Lead Server, Bartender
Shades Bar And Grill
09.2015 - 05.2023
Condo Cleaner
Broom Brigade CleaningCo.
01.2013 - 09.2015