Westyn Hamilton
Davenport,FL
Summary
Dynamic bartender with advanced mixology skills and a strong customer service focus. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through personalized recommendations and effective communication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Caribe Royale All-suite Hotel & Convention Center
Orlando, Florida
10.2022 - Current
- Suggested food and drink pairings to patrons, boosting sales through personalized recommendations.
- Crafted cocktails and drinks according to recipes and service standards, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Managed inventory of spirits, mixers, and bar supplies, ensuring seamless service during peak hours.
- Built positive guest connections to improve overall service experience.
- Followed health and safety rules during beverage service.
Bartender
The Hampton Social
Orlando, Florida
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Recorded and fulfilled guest orders at the bar. Handled cash transactions accurately to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Ensured health and safety compliance during beverage service to maintain a safe environment for guests and staff.
- Guided new bartenders in drink recipes and upselling strategies. on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with colleagues through effective communication, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Bartender
Drais Beach Club/Nightclub
Las Vegas, Nevada
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Verified identification cards for proof of age, ensuring compliance with alcohol serving regulations.
- Maintained sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment to uphold health standards.
- Refilled ice bins promptly to guarantee drinks were served at optimal temperatures for guest satisfaction. and coolers during the shift.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Counseling Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Advanced mixology
- Inventory management
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Customer service excellence
- Effective communication
- Team player attitude
- Service-oriented mindset
- Engaging personality
- Highly reliable
- Self-motivated
Certification
- TIPS certified
- Safe Staff/Food Handlers and safety
Timeline
Bartender
Caribe Royale All-suite Hotel & Convention Center
10.2022 - Current
Bartender
The Hampton Social
06.2020 - 09.2022
Bartender
Drais Beach Club/Nightclub
02.2018 - 04.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Counseling Psychology
Grand Canyon University