Reliable and hardworking professional works autonomously or in teams to serve several customers per shift. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Bartender/Bartender Shift Manager
Will Henry's Tavern at Sugarloaf
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2018 - 07.2024
Checked identification of patrons who appeared under age 30.
Addressed any issues between staff members in a timely fashion.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up glasses and bar equipment and restocking items.
Developed new cocktail recipes for the menu.
Ensured that all liquor laws were followed during service hours.
Managed stock levels of all alcoholic beverages available at the bar.
Maintained a clean work area with appropriate safety standards according to health regulations.
Monitored cash register transactions throughout the shift to ensure accuracy of sales data.
Trained new bartenders on proper techniques for mixing drinks and pouring beers.
Provided feedback on performance reviews for each bartender.
Provided excellent customer service by attending to guests' needs promptly and courteously.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
Ensured accurate cash handling procedures were followed at all times.
Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
Created signature beverages to increase revenue and patron loyalty.
Maintained list of ride services for inebriated customers to safely transport to destinations.
Enhanced sales and profit through improved management approaches and enhanced employee training on sales techniques.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Managed high volume of shift customers and simultaneously assisted restaurant servers with diverse needs.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Processed above-average daily revenue and consistently met targets for special events and promotions.
Handled complaints and disputes from customers to promote customer satisfaction.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Bartender
Dillons Restaurant
Lawrenceville, GA
03.2016 - 01.2018
Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Bartender
1920 Tavern
Roswell, GA
01.2015 - 03.2016
Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Bartender
The W Hotel Midtown
Atlanta, GA
02.2014 - 02.2016
Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
Cheerleading Coach
Extreme Allstars
Winder, GA
05.2012 - 05.2014
Created innovative routines that showcased each athlete's strengths.
Recruited talented new athletes into the program.
Maintained accurate records of attendance and performance evaluations.
Organized and managed practice sessions, competitions and performances for teams.
Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times by athletes and staff.
Established rules and regulations for team members to follow.
Participated in planning meetings with school administrators.
Assisted with fundraising activities to support cheerleading programs.
Evaluated individual skills of athletes to place them in appropriate positions within squads.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive cheerleading program to meet the needs of all ages.
Instructed athletes on proper stretching techniques before practices or competitions.
Trained athletes in proper technique for stunts, tumbling, jumps, cheers and dances.
Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
Provided positive feedback to motivate squad members during practices and competitions.
Encouraged team spirit among squad members.
Researched new trends in cheerleading choreography.
Maintained condition of mats, trampolines, uniforms, pom-poms and other team equipment, cleaning, repairing or replacing as necessary to uphold standards of safety and cleanliness.
Readied cheerleaders for challenging event and games with demanding schedule of practices.
Monitored safety of training, individual exercises, and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
Taught routines in preparation for performance at sports games and competitions, instructing on safe and correct execution of stunts, gymnastics, choreography and cheers.
Attended events of prospective players, met with families, and presented recruitment proposals.
Displayed exemplary behavior as authority figure and citizen to provide students and children with role model worthy of emulation .
Attended trainings on rules, regulations and safety protocols, implementing principles and requirements throughout training and performance.
Organized and escorted students on field trips to competitive and non-competitive cheer events, cultivating sense of participation in broader community and enriching program experience.
Coordinated tryouts for team member and leadership positions, communicating times and audition requirements to members and prospects and soliciting auditions from community.
Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Georgia Perimeter College
Lawrenceville, GA
High School Diploma -
Phoenix High School
Lawrenceville, GA
Skills
Customer Service
Suggestive Selling
Reconciling cash drawers
Sales Promotion
Social Media Marketing
Menu development
Team leadership abilities
Sharp memory
Sales and Upselling Techniques
Staff Training and Supervision
Strong Communication Skills
Payment Processing
Point of sale systems
Marketing and sales experience
Outgoing Personality
Anticipating guest needs
Professional Appearance
Courteous
Staff Management
Salesmanship
Performance Improvement
Handling Difficult Customers
New Hire Training
Customer service expertise
Order Management
Team training and development
Timeline
Head Bartender/Bartender Shift Manager
Will Henry's Tavern at Sugarloaf
01.2018 - 07.2024
Bartender
Dillons Restaurant
03.2016 - 01.2018
Bartender
1920 Tavern
01.2015 - 03.2016
Bartender
The W Hotel Midtown
02.2014 - 02.2016
Cheerleading Coach
Extreme Allstars
05.2012 - 05.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management