Vanessa Bryson
Biddeford,ME
Summary
I’m a well-rounded bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality. Offering almost twenty years of experience in the service industry I am a hard worker and strong multitasker comfortable juggling dueling priorities while maintaining high standards. Friendly, driven, creative.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender / Server
CBG
Portland, ME
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Engaged with customers creating a warm and welcoming environment
- Successfully multi tasked bartending, serving, and bar prep while maintaining a high level of service in a high volume setting
- Experience with craft cocktails and beer
- Worked closely with the kitchen ensuring a happier work environment
Server / Deli & Bakery assistant
Big Dave’s Bagels & Deli
Conway, NH
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Maintained high volume deli prep, including sandwiches, salads, soups, baked goods, coffee and other beverages
- Slicer trained
Bartender
Geno’s Rock Club
Portland, ME
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Independently set up and operated a high volume bar
- Built strong relationships with regulars and surrounding community
- Effectively multitasked in a fast-paced environment
- Worked closely with security to ensure guest safety
- Collaborated with performers to help create better and more engaging events
Bar Manager
Foulmouthed Brewing Co
South Portland, ME
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere, encouraging loyalty among patrons and staff alike
- Reviewed monthly sales reports to identify areas of improvement and growth opportunities
- Managed front of house staff; hiring, training, scheduling, performing any task necessary for the team while maintaining a high standard of service
- Held a strong knowledge of craft beer and the brewing process
- Created seasonal craft cocktail menus
- Collaborated with BOH and brewery management on pairings and events
Education
Warren Wilson College
Asheville, NCSkills
- High volume bartending and serving
- Effective Communication
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- Multitasker extraordinaire
Certification
- Cicerone certified beer server
- Tips Certified
Timeline
Bartender / Server
CBG
04.2025 - 04.2026
Server / Deli & Bakery assistant
Big Dave’s Bagels & Deli
09.2024 - 03.2025
Bartender
Geno’s Rock Club
04.2021 - 07.2024
Bar Manager
Foulmouthed Brewing Co
04.2017 - 08.2020
Warren Wilson College