John F. Sapp
Akron, Ohio *****
Email – *********@*******.***
July 18, 2010
Human Resource Manager
Dear Human Resource Manager,
In response to your recent advertisement, please accept this letter in application for the position currently
available within your company.
As you can see from my enclosed resume, my diverse experience makes me a strong candidate for this position.
I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my credentials with you at a mutually convenient time. Thank you
for your consideration.
Respectfully yours,
John Sapp
Enclosure: Resume
John F. Sapp
1579 Garman Road
Akron, Ohio 44313
E-mail: *********@*******.***
Objectives
Sales-oriented position with a reputable and well established company in the service and restaurant/bar industry.
Education
St. Vincent Elementary School – Akron, Ohio
North High School – Akron, Ohio
Graduated 1979
Employment Experience
Gabrielle Brothers - Akron, Ohio Jan. 2010 – Present
Maintenance technician
Responsibilities include but not limited to offloading trucks of merchandise, maintaining warehouse and stock,
assembly of display models, general upkeep of sales floor, and customer assistance.
Nickleby’s Lounge – Akron, Ohio Feb. 1998 – Nov. 2008
Bartender/Night Manager
Ensuring that every customer is given the highest quality service available. Creating, mixing and serving
cocktails for clientele. Keeping stock and cleaning all areas of the lounge throughout the shift and at closing.
Independently execute opening and closing procedures including but not limited to maintenance of cash drawer
and bank. Training potential new employees in the techniques and procedures used at this location. Reaching
and often exceeding sales quotas and goals at the end of a pay period.
InnBetween Lounge – Akron, Ohio Sept. 1995 – Oct. 1997
Bartender
Responsibilities included mixing and creating cocktails for clientele, checking for underage customers, quickly
diffusing issues with aggressive patrons, keeping the bar stocked and clean throughout shift and maintaining a
relaxed atmosphere.
Independent Contractor Apr. 1988 – Sept. 1995
Supervisor
Painter/Paper Hanger – Commercial and Residential
Talents include preparation – scraping, power washing, priming surfaces – excellent application of multiple
types of paint and hanging all types of wall paper.
CableVision of Chicago July 1986 – March 1988
Field Cable Auditor
Responsibilities included climbing telephone poles, searching cable lockboxes in apartments and high rise
buildings for illegal and defunct cable connections throughout the suburbs and townships in the greater Chicago
area.
Military Service
United States Marine Corps Dec. 1979 – Sept. 1983
Field Wireman/Radio Operator
H&S Company 1st Bat. 3rd Marine Regiment FMF Kaeohe Bay, Hawaii
In charge of assisting platoon commanders in acquiring and calling in Air, Naval and artillery fire on selected
targets. Received Meritorious Mast, Marine Corps Expeditionary medal and Sea Service ribbon with two stars.
Honorable Discharge 1983. Rank of E-3
References
References will be furnished upon request.