Jalisa King
Ephrata,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated food service professional well-versed in food and beverage operations and guest services. Experienced in managing large-scale events or intimate gourmet dining.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Jdk Catering
04.2023 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender/caterer
Tasteful Occasions
05.2018 - 11.2021
- Arranged furniture and added decorations to assist in setting up for catering events.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
- Inspected catering equipment and utensils regularly to manage wear and tear.
- Supervised and trained junior catering staff to carry out correct tasks and apply best practices.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
- Transported meal and beverage trays from kitchen and bar areas to serve guest tables.
Bartender
Zia Maria's
06.2014 - 09.2017
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
Education
Associates In Specialized Science - Dentistry
Berks Technical Institute
Reading, PA12.2016
Skills
- Team Management
- Food Safety
- Presentation Skills
- Station Preparation
- Health Code Compliance
- Banquet Coordination
- Quality Control
- Time Management
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Liquor, Beer, and Wine Knowledge
Timeline
Bartender
Jdk Catering
04.2023 - Current
Bartender/caterer
Tasteful Occasions
05.2018 - 11.2021
Bartender
Zia Maria's
06.2014 - 09.2017
Associates In Specialized Science - Dentistry
Berks Technical Institute
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