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Tera Kozel

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Professional in the Las Vegas hospitality industry for 22+ years. Accomplished bartender creating memorable experiences by building rapport with both locals and the business/leisure traveler.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Gaming Bartender

The Golden TIKI
03.2024 - Current
  • Creates specialty cocktails reflecting the Island Vibe
  • Knowledgeable in a diverse drink selection
  • Uses GMS & handles all gaming transactions
  • Follows proper protocols for Health Department
  • Maintains exceptional appearance of bar
  • Entertains local & tourist clientele
  • Promotes crafted cocktails & events on socials.

Gaming Bartender

PT's Taverns / Golden Entertainment / The Strat
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provides food & drink to gaming patrons
  • Handles GMS transactions / maintains counted bank / comping policy
  • Cashes out customers on gaming machines / cash advances / markers
  • Journals progressives & markets jackpots on social media
  • Cleans, organizes, & maintains professional bar.

Cocktail Waitress

The Venetian / Palazzo Resort & Casino
11.2002 - 03.2023
  • Served beverages on the casino gaming floor & lounges
  • Assisted guests in regards to high-end liquor and wine selection
  • Trained new servers on proper Poker Room service & company policies
  • Maintained control of a high-stress environment
  • Informed guests of resort amenities & directions as requested.

Trainer/Casino Bartender/Recruiter Specialist

The Venetian / Palazzo Resort & Casino
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Recruiter

Highly skilled Recruiter with 10 plus years of experience in developing and executing targeted sourcing strategies resulting in a 30% increase in qualified candidates and a 25% reduction in time-to-hire. Proven track record in conducting interviews with a 70% offer acceptance rate. Collaborative and result-driven.

  • Trainer

Constructed and implemented a career growth procedure for internal staff to transition to the consultant career path.

  • Collaborated with the Managing Directors to develop competency-based training infrastructures by job title.
  • Bartender in both service bars & Lounges in Casino
  • POS/Micros system (cash/credit/suite) transactions
  • Ability to upsell
  • Followed proper protocols concerning pour methods & comping policy
  • Maintained bar inventory
  • Followed all health code regulations
  • Supervised barbacks & liquor runners / fostered teamwork
  • Viewed as a leader by peers and management / takes initiative to resolve guest issues.

Pool Bartender

The Venetian / Palazzo Resort & Casino
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Bartender in both service & front bars at Resort Pools.

Education

Interior Design - Environmental Architecture

Nevada State College At Henderson
Henderson, NV
1994

Business Studies -

La Jolla
San Diego, CA
07.1993

High School Diploma -

Nevada State High School
Henderson, NV
1992

Skills

  • Recruiting
  • Trainer
  • Customer Engagement
  • Menu development
  • Upselling strategies
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Cash Handling
  • Guest Services
  • Professional Appearance
  • Payment Processing
  • Time Management
  • Reliability
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Team building
  • Self Motivation

Additional Information

FORBES Hospitality Training, Southern Wine and Spirits Training, Private Event Bartender / Festival & Sponsored Events Bartender (UNLVINO, Aflac, AVN), Volunteer The Animal Foundation

Timeline

Gaming Bartender

The Golden TIKI
03.2024 - Current

Gaming Bartender

PT's Taverns / Golden Entertainment / The Strat
03.2023 - 03.2024

Trainer/Casino Bartender/Recruiter Specialist

The Venetian / Palazzo Resort & Casino
11.2022 - 03.2023

Pool Bartender

The Venetian / Palazzo Resort & Casino
03.2022 - 11.2022

Cocktail Waitress

The Venetian / Palazzo Resort & Casino
11.2002 - 03.2023

Interior Design - Environmental Architecture

Nevada State College At Henderson

Business Studies -

La Jolla

High School Diploma -

Nevada State High School
Tera Kozel