Zac Palarino
Server/Bartender/Host
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dependable and driven Bartender/Host with an independent approach to handling high-volume customer loads. Well-versed in assisting wait staff and managing customer service, as well as general FOH tasks. Ideally, hoping to build on experience behind the bar.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Sitting Duck Tavern
Oxford, CT
2020.02 - 2021.06
- Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Assisted FOH and BOH staff with preparing for events, coordinate smoothly and maximize guest satisfaction.
- Took to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Informed servers of newly seated parties for speedy service.
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
Bartender
Tavern 1757
Seymour, CT
2017.07 - 2018.01
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
- Poured and prepared mixed drinks for several customers daily, and attempted to draw in a regular customer base.
Education
High School Diploma -
Naugatuck High School
Naugatuck, CT 2011.08 - 2013.06
No Degree - Graphic Design
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT 2013.08 - 2015.03
Skills
Dining room management
To-go order preparation
Dining area maintenance
Bar terminology
Guest seating arrangements
Menu presentation
Timeline
Host
Sitting Duck Tavern
2020.02 - 2021.06
Bartender
Tavern 1757
2017.07 - 2018.01
No Degree - Graphic Design
Naugatuck Valley Community College
2013.08 - 2015.03
High School Diploma -
Naugatuck High School
2011.08 - 2013.06