Hard working Bartender who loves their job, loves interacting with customers and colleagues. Understanding, patient, and friendly. The happy, approachable bartender
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Ala Carte Entertainment- Drink
06.2024 - 10.2024
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Bartender
Orbit Ice Arena
08.2023 - 10.2024
Same as drink
Server/Bartender
Playbook Sports Bar
03.2022 - 05.2024
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Special Education Teacher
Wheeling CCSD 21
08.2021 - 06.2023
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Special Education Teacher
Morton Grove District 70
08.2019 - 06.2021
Same as wheeling district
Gymnastics Coach
Viking Gymnastics
10.2011 - 06.2021
Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
Updated parents on their child''s progress through regular communication channels such as email updates or parent-teacher conferences.
Education
Elementary Education/Special Education -
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI
05.2018
Skills
Strong multitasking
Customer Service
Team player attitude
Patience and Tolerance
Outgoing Personality
Cash Register Operation
Menu Memorization
Professional Appearance
References
Drink Nightclub-
Mitch Acance (630)890-6156
Orbit Ice Arena-
Mike Hajny (708)265-9406
Playbook Sports Bar-
Lukas Rojek (773)997-3944
Timeline
Bartender
Ala Carte Entertainment- Drink
06.2024 - 10.2024
Bartender
Orbit Ice Arena
08.2023 - 10.2024
Server/Bartender
Playbook Sports Bar
03.2022 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
Wheeling CCSD 21
08.2021 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Morton Grove District 70
08.2019 - 06.2021
Gymnastics Coach
Viking Gymnastics
10.2011 - 06.2021
Elementary Education/Special Education -
Carthage College
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