Motivated and hardworking and educated in hospitality sector. Bringing skills to support team and customer needs with fast, high-quality dining assistance. Proficient in keeping tables clear, floors clean and supplies stocked. Good relationship-building and time management abilities. Always looking to learn more about wine, liquor and mixed drinks in order to better serve customers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Bartender
Landry's
Weehawken, NJ
06.2022 - Current
Prepared cocktails for banquet events according to recipes and customer requests.
Assisted in setting up the banquet hall prior to events; arranged tables and chairs, set up buffet stations and decorated according to event specifications.
Ensured a smooth flow of operations during busy periods by quickly preparing drinks, restocking items as needed and cleaning work areas when necessary.
Monitored inventory levels throughout shift; reported low stock levels to management team so additional supplies could be ordered promptly.
Maintained a professional appearance at all times while adhering to company policies regarding uniforms.
Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
Bartender
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Edgewater, NJ
06.2021 - 05.2022
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Managed bar area, including cocktail design and menu, inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Restocked beer and liquor regularly and after special events.
Managed high volume of shift customers and simultaneously assisted restaurant servers with diverse needs.
Prepared cocktails for banquet events according to recipes and customer requests.
Assisted in setting up the banquet hall prior to events; arranged tables and chairs, set up buffet stations and decorated according to event specifications.
Ensured a smooth flow of operations during busy periods by quickly preparing drinks, restocking items as needed and cleaning work areas when necessary.
Barback
Marco Polo Hotels
Antalya, Turkey
05.2012 - 09.2021
Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
Replenished bar glasses, garnishes and condiments.
Kept detailed inventories of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
Studied bartenders to learn recipes for different mixed cocktails.
Removed, washed and polished empty glasses, took plates to kitchen and discarded trash.
Food Runner
Danna's Bbq & Burger Shop
Branson, MO
06.2018 - 10.2018
Delivered entrees to tables and made sure each guest received correct menu items.
Assisted servers with table settings and beverage refills during busy periods.
Kept buffet restocked with correct food items.
Offered insight into menu items to answer customer questions.
Checked tables and refilled condiments that were running low.
Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction.
Replenished bar glasses, garnishes and condiments.
Kept detailed inventories of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
Studied bartenders to learn recipes for different mixed cocktails.
Receptionist
Hilton
Bodrum, Turkey
06.2018 - 10.2018
Greeted visitors, assessed needs and directed to appropriate personnel.
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Received incoming packages and mail, dispersed parcels and correspondence and shipped outgoing items daily.
Directed clients to appropriate personnel to address concerns, resolve complaints or answer account-related questions.
Maintained all financial records to verify timely clearance of all credit and debit activities.
Education
MBA - Tourism Management
Akdeniz University
Turkey, TR
06.2019
Skills
Ice restocking
Supply replenishment
Team management
Table setup
Outgoing personality
Balancing the cash register
Alcohol ordering
Food service
Maintaining a clean bar
Certification
Certified Bartender/Mixology, New york Bartending School - 2021