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Vertiasha Tickles

Arlington,TX

Summary

Motivated individual with business acumen and a strong willingness to take on challenging roles. Tech-savvy and quick learner with expertise in technical know-how, social media, and sales. Specializes in project management, content creation, and digital marketing. Excels at time management, problem-solving, and adaptability to meet diverse client needs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Vixology LLC
, TX
01.2020 - Current
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Hosted special events to boost brand awareness and increase community engagement.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.

Lead Bartender

Neighborhood Services
Dallas, TX
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.

Bartender

Musume
Fort Worth, TX
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Prepare alcohol or non-alcoholic beverages for bar and restaurant patrons.
  • Suggest cocktail, wine, or sake pairings to the guest.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.

Craft Cocktail Bartender

Thompson’s Bookstore
Fort Worth, TX
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Served guests with great customer service by providing information to help with the beverage selections, and creating and presenting order choices by providing a warm and friendly atmosphere
  • Maintained focus on always providing a high level of customer service
  • Prepare classic, modern, and unique cocktails for each guest
  • Maintained a fun, energetic vibe at all times to ensure best guest experience.

Craft Cocktail Bartender

Live by Loews
Arlington, TX
08.2019 - 01.2023
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations that drew in clientele
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals
  • Created custom cocktail amenities for Company Senior Leadership
  • Worked with culinary team to create new cocktails
  • Ensure that the assigned bar area is fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests
  • Experience in a high volume bar environment
  • Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings on seasonal basis.

Lead bartender

Movie Tavern Inc
Arlington, TX
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers
  • Generated higher ticket averages by training employees on suggestive up-selling techniques
  • Conducted weekly inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders
  • Implemented procedures that reduced wasted stock
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards
  • Implemented quality control initiatives while creating house-made cocktails, juice and preparations to reduce downtime and increase revenue.

Bartender

Movie Tavern Inc.
Arlington, TX
06.2016 - 07.2018
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations that drew in clientele
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals
  • Checked customers' identification to confirm they met legal drinking age
  • Handled cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness and loyalty with owners.

Secretary

MS Youth & College NAACP
, MS
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Ensuring that all meeting documents are properly organized, archived and updated.
  • Acting as a liaison between board members and outside organizations and individuals.
  • Sending out reminders for upcoming meetings via email or phone calls.
  • Responsible for accurately recording minutes of meetings and distributing them in a timely manner.
  • Developing templates for standard documents used in meetings such as meeting agendas, notices of motion.

Vice President

Tougaloo College NAACP
, MS
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Handled the organization's social media page to connect and engage both members and the public.
  • Created and implemented strategies to increase membership base.
  • Coordinated and organized monthly meetings with organization members.
  • Collaborated with other clubs and organizations in planning joint activities or events.

Server

Movie Tavern Inc.
Arlington, TX
05.2015 - 09.2017
  • Promoted items on beverage lists and restaurant special
  • Demonstrated awareness of liability issues by confirming legal drinking age and discontinuing service to intoxicated guests
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with guests to build rapport and facilitate repeat business
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments from customers and made proper change for cash transactions
  • Relayed orders to bar and kitchen by quickly and accurately recording guest selections and keying into the register.

Camp Counselor

Mt. Olive Baptist Church
Arlington, TX
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Taught campers various skills, including how to safely start a campfire, how to rock climb and methods to avoid poisonous outdoor plants
  • Developed strong working relationships with campers, their parents and guardians and other counselors through effective communication and active listening skills
  • Adhered to all emergency procedures associated with camp program
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to create atmosphere of fun and learning
  • Kept accurate participant records, including attendance, discipline, medication log, and accident or injury reports
  • Ensured proper supervision, safety, and security of all participants and assigned volunteers
  • Provided first-aid for accidents and injuries or during emergency situations.

Freshman Class Vice President

Tougaloo College SGA
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Represented the student body at local government meetings concerning school policy decisions.
  • Curated and managed the class social media page to promote engagement and interaction among all members.
  • Maintained records of all class events including attendance numbers and financial data.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Biological And Physical Sciences

Tougaloo College
Tougaloo, MS

HS Diploma -

Mansfield Summit High School
Mansfield, TX

Skills

  • Planning
  • Excellent communication
  • Engaging personality
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Social Media & Promotions
  • Content Production
  • Audience Engagement
  • Content Scheduling

Timeline

Lead Bartender

Neighborhood Services
12.2023 - 09.2024

Bartender

Musume
10.2023 - 12.2023

Craft Cocktail Bartender

Thompson’s Bookstore
03.2023 - 10.2023

Owner

Vixology LLC
01.2020 - Current

Craft Cocktail Bartender

Live by Loews
08.2019 - 01.2023

Lead bartender

Movie Tavern Inc
07.2018 - 08.2019

Secretary

MS Youth & College NAACP
09.2016 - 09.2017

Vice President

Tougaloo College NAACP
09.2016 - 09.2017

Bartender

Movie Tavern Inc.
06.2016 - 07.2018

Camp Counselor

Mt. Olive Baptist Church
06.2016 - 08.2016

Server

Movie Tavern Inc.
05.2015 - 09.2017

Freshman Class Vice President

Tougaloo College SGA
08.2014 - 05.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Biological And Physical Sciences

Tougaloo College

HS Diploma -

Mansfield Summit High School

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