Christopher Houser
Austin, TX
acs0db@r.postjobfree.com - 512-***-****
WORK EXPERIENCE
Bartender/banquet bartender/banquet server/lead trainer/server
Abels North - Austin, TX - July 2014 to April 2015
Responsibilities
I went in and opened the bar including prep. I helped set up rooms for the banquet and broke it down at the
end. I was responsible for bar orders and when needed I was serving as well during banquets. I helped train
new incoming servers before they were put on the floor.
Accomplishments
I was a well known bartender to regular guests and they requested me a lot as well. I was on time and had my
shifts covered when needed if emergency. I learned a lot about bartending and serving large parties during
the banquets.
Skills Used
I have a really excellent knowledge of bar drinks and beer types/brands. I showed leadership and attention to
detail. My sales were always high and I showed my up-selling as well.
Bartender
Baby Acapulco - Austin, TX - January 2014 to June 2014
Responsibilities
Bartender, made drinks and organized bar
Skills Used
Bartending skills
Server
Estancia - Austin, TX - July 2013 to January 2014
Responsibilities
Greet tables,sale wine and other cocktails,prebus
Accomplishments
I am able to provide a great dining experience while increasing the average ticket price by selling and up selling.
Skills Used
Excellent sales and hospitality skills demonstrated on a daily bases.
Sales Consultant
Capitol Motorsports - Austin, TX - August 2012 to June 2013
Responsibilities
Contacted generated leads as well as generating personal leads,setting appointmentsfor leads,working
appointment finding out customer's auto needs then help them obtain a loan for automobile.
Accomplishments
Brought in and sold several personal and generated leads.
Skills Used
Excellent personal skills such as empathy,repor building,and listening to name a few.Sales skills such as
rebuttals,opening,and closing the deal.
Server
Imperia - Austin, TX - February 2012 to August 2012
Responsibilities
Greet tables,list specials,take orders and upsell,run food,prebus,cashout.
Accomplishments
Helped establish new drinks and drink specials.Brought in business and helped establish repeat clients.
Skills Used
Hospitality,sales,people,teamwork.
Server, Cook,Trainer
Buffalo Wild Wings - Austin, TX - March 2011 to February 2012
Responsibilities
Greet tables,list specials,take orders and upsell,run food,prebus,cashout,bus,,trained new employees,and
cooked.
Accomplishments
Brought in business and established repeat customers,was always available when called,helped train servers
who still work for that company.
Skills Used
Hospitality,sales,leadership,knowledge.
Server
Kenobi Sushi - Austin, TX - January 2010 to January 2011
Responsibilities
Greet tables,list specials,sell wine,martinis,and other speciality cocktails,sell speciality fish and dishes,run
food,prebus,cashout.
Accomplishments
I excelled at hospitality and sales,one of three highest average ticket prices of all staff,established personal
and repeat customers.
Skills Used
Excellent sales skills,knowledge,and hospitality.
CERTIFICATIONS
tabc
July 2014 to Present
Passed all levels for TABC certification
Military Service: January 1997-March 1999
E3 Recruiter Assistant/Avionics Flight System Repair