Venus Caudill
Detroit,MI
Summary
Industrious Bartender with broad experience in variety of bars. Hardworking and reliable Bartender that remains calm and confident in fast-paced environments. Prepared to handle high-volume service situations and thrives in chaos.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Highlands Detroit
Detroit, MI
05.2023 - Current
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Bar Manager
Midnight Temple
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Implemented strategies designed to increase revenue through upselling techniques.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Mitigated health risks and reduced safety hazards by creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment.
- Developed drink recipes and menus to meet customer preferences while optimizing profitability.
- Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
- Analyzed financial data such as costs associated with labor efficiency, waste reduction and cost control initiatives.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding quality of food or beverage service in a timely manner.
- Created signature beverages to increase revenue and patron loyalty.
- Ordered and maintained an adequate supply of alcoholic beverages, glassware, garnishes, ice, napkins, straws and other items needed for drinks.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Social Work
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05-2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI05-2019
Skills
- Food and Beverage Service
- Food and Drink Running
- Suggestive Selling
- Health Codes Compliance
- Team Training and Development
- Outstanding Customer Service
- Maintaining a Clean Bar
- Creative Mixology
- Engaging and Uplifting Personality
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Fast Paced
Certification
- TIPS Certified
Languages
French
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Event Promoter and Curator
- Social Activist
- Painter
- Musician
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
Highlands Detroit
05.2023 - Current
Bar Manager
Midnight Temple
01.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelors Degree - Social Work
Wayne State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Henry Ford College
- TIPS Certified
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