Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Bartender

Vanessa Rivera

2707 Windship Point ,VA

Summary

Dynamic bar manager with extensive experience at Broadways, excelling in customer service and team leadership. Proven track record in staff training and mixology expertise, enhancing guest experiences and fostering loyalty. Adept at inventory management and event coordination, ensuring compliance with health codes while driving sales through strategic planning.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager

Broadways
07.2018 - Current
  • Developed knowledge of drink recipes and preparation techniques.
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Assisted with inventory management and stock replenishment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area and tools.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance service efficiency.
  • Learned to operate point-of-sale systems for order processing.
  • Engaged patrons with friendly conversation to ensure satisfaction.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
  • Enhanced dining experience, suggesting food and drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.

Bartender

Broadways Night Club
07.2018 - Current
  • Developed knowledge of drink recipes and preparation techniques.
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
  • Assisted with inventory management and stock replenishment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area and tools.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance service efficiency.
  • Learned to operate point-of-sale systems for order processing.
  • Engaged patrons with friendly conversation to ensure satisfaction.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
  • Enhanced dining experience, suggesting food and drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.

Education

Licence - Bartending

Bartending School
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2017

Medical Administration -

Everest College
Chesapeake, VA
07.2016

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Staff training
  • Training and mentoring
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Bar management
  • Health codes compliance
  • Customer relationship building
  • Sales promotion
  • Shift scheduling
  • Mixology expertise
  • Strategic planning
  • Event coordination

Timeline

Bar Manager

Broadways
07.2018 - Current

Bartender

Broadways Night Club
07.2018 - Current

Licence - Bartending

Bartending School

Medical Administration -

Everest College