Taylor Mix
Memphis,TN
Summary
Hardworking and charismatic bartender with experience in high volume casual dining establishments. Open to learning new things, creating a fun atmosphere, and maintaining operational efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Young Avenue Deli
09.2019 - Current
- Serve food and beverages promptly while multi-tasking guests and side tasks.
- Wide knowledge of the menu, with the ability to make recommendations.
- Card each guest who orders an alcoholic beverage to make sure their ID is in proper TABC grade.
- Give guests an excellent experience from start to finish.
- Work with POS system to start tabs, place orders, manage check out, and clock in.
Bartender
Local Gastropub
12.2017 - 10.2023
- Served high volume crowds during weekends and special events.
- Craft high quality cocktails made from handcrafted purees.
- Prep purees and sliced fruit, stock canned/bottled beer, and polish glassware.
- Maintain relationships with repeat guests and welcoming all new diners.
- Communicated with guests on taste preference to suggest spirits and cocktails.
- Trained new servers and bartenders on garnish preparation, drink preparation, cocktail profiles and side work.
- Kept register accurate through correct cash management practices.
- Ensure each guest has a pleasant experience from start to finish.
Hostess/Server
Lafayette's Music Room
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival and provided the first friendly face in the building.
- Used POS system to reserve tables for guests, take cover charge when needed, and start tabs for to-go orders.
- Provided information about hours, reservations, and menu items.
- Arranged tables to suit guest needs without clashing server sections.
- Reset tables after every guest leaves with utensils in proper etiquette.
- Maintained proper cocktail knowledge with bar staff to refer new and limited items to guests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN2017
Skills
- Beverage Preparation
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Running
- Guest Engagement
- Table Bussing
Certification
- TABC Training - 08/19 - 98/24
Timeline
Server
Young Avenue Deli
09.2019 - Current
Bartender
Local Gastropub
12.2017 - 10.2023
Hostess/Server
Lafayette's Music Room
03.2016 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Memphis
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