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Vanessa Cox

Bellingham

Summary

Bartender with experience in both restaurant and nightlife settings. Comfortable handling high volume service, from crafting cocktails and prepping the bar to managing openings, closings, and cash outs. Known for staying organized, working well with a team, and creating a welcoming experience for guests.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Bartender

Scotty Browns
01.2018 - Current
  • Prepared and served cocktails, beer, and wine while providing fast, friendly, and attentive customer service.
  • Managed high volume drink orders, including working the well for the full restaurant and handling the bar rail and table sections.
  • Opened and closed the bar, including cash handling, restocking, and ensuring a clean, organized workspace.
  • Crafted garnishes, house made syrups, and fresh juices for signature cocktails and daily service prep.
  • Maintained strong product knowledge to recommend drinks and pairings to guests.
  • Ensured compliance with alcohol service laws and upheld responsible service practices.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to support smooth restaurant operations.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.

Server Assistant

Spago Maui
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • Supported servers by providing water and bread service to guests.
  • Cleared and reset tables between courses to maintain a seamless dining experience.
  • Bussing and resetting tables promptly after guest departure to ensure quick table turnover.
  • Assisted in maintaining table settings and replenishing service items as needed.
  • Performed side work such as buffing silverware and polishing glassware to uphold fine dining standards.
  • Ensured dining areas remained clean, organized, and guest ready throughout service.
  • Collaborated with servers and other staff to deliver an efficient, high quality guest experience.

Server Assistant

Sky Waikiki
12.2016 - 12.2017
  • Prepared and set up sections for dinner service in a high volume rooftop lounge environment.
  • Ran food and supported servers and bartenders to maintain smooth and efficient service.
  • Cleared and reset tables quickly to ensure fast guest turnover during peak hours.
  • Assisted with club service by setting up VIP tables and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
  • Supported bottle service staff with table maintenance, guest needs, and presentation setup.
  • Adapted to fast paced transitions between dinner service and nightclub operations on weekends.

Education

Environmental Science

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
06-2020

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Guest engagement

Timeline

Server/Bartender

Scotty Browns
01.2018 - Current

Server Assistant

Spago Maui
12.2017 - 12.2018

Server Assistant

Sky Waikiki
12.2016 - 12.2017

Environmental Science

Western Washington University

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