Katelynn Benson
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Objective
Experienced, honest, and resposible bartender in search for the postion with progression chances where i will use my energy, creativity, and multi-tasking skills to bring clientele to your company
Work Experience
Banquet Bartender (12/26/2009 – Present)
Last Employer: Elks Lodge
Contact Person: Angela Brauer 661-865-0584
Responsibilities: Read and understand all particulars of Banquet Event Orders, including start time and beverage requirements. After function, remove inventory and all beverage equipment to proper storage. Work effectively and efficiently with the banquet team. Expediently communicate any challenges, guest complaints or requests to the Banquet Captain. Respond to the Banquet Captains instructions and directions. Observe all safety procedures during the execution of assigned duties. Maintain a positive and professional attitude towards guests, co-workers and management Fully knowledgeable in drink recipes. Knowledge of laws of liquor service. Keeps work station clean at all times. Ability to set-up Banquet Function Bar set-ups. Collect all necessary equipment, beverages, etc. to set up designated area. Polish all glassware and prepare needed bar fruit. Provide beverage service to guests in a professional and courteous manner consistent with established standards and levels of excellence. Report to Banquet Captain before ending work shift.
Bartender (04/29/2010 – 09/28/2010)
Huge ability to make and serve beverages from the bar which is restricted to some varieties and brands of wine, beer, soda, and liquor. Strong knowledge of the exact proportions and combinations to utilize in making beverages according to request from cocktail attendants and patrons. Great ability to identify unruly or intoxicated patrons and to solve the problem or seek help if required. Huge ability to rapidly recognize impending lacks of supplies based on a volume of business and covers their timely replacement
Last Employer: Mcmurphies Irish Pub
Contact Person: Angela Crawford 661-477-8623
Responsibilities: Combine and serve a wider types of beverages by mixing ingredients like water, sugar, liquors, soda, bitters, and fruit garnishes. Provide beer, liquor and wine. Gather cash, chits or tabs in correct amounts and liable for cash and inventory for the time worked. Responsible for good operation of a bar, receipt and inventory accountability Take food orders, serve food and beverages and bus tables.
Education
Establishment: University of Phoneix
Degree: Business Adminstration
Education Period: 05/06/2010 - 11/30/-1
Average Grade: 3.3 GPA
Establishment: Mesquit High School
Degree: High School Diploma
Education Period: 08/21/2000 - 09/08/2003
Speciality: National Deans List (2003)
Average Grade: 3.98 GPA
Skills
Strong management, training and motivational skills. Extensive hotel/ catering management experience and expertise. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Natural ability to work on own initiative or as part of team. Excellent teambuilding skills. Strong organizational skills. Strong attention to detail
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Additional Information
Certifications or Licensures: Typing Certificate, Proof reading at the computer Certificate, Filing Certificate