SHAWN FLYNN
ad2rcr@r.postjobfree.com 443-***-**** Selbyville, DE 19975
Summary
I have worked off and on in the Bar and restaurant industry for 20 plus years. I am an excellent people person. I work well with others. I've never drank behind the bar and I never will. I've trained inexperienced bartenders and new staff. I'm an excellent mixologist and I do not over pour or over serve any patrons. I know when to cut someone off tactfully. I'm dependable and highly reliable. I'm a team player whom is easy to work with. I will be a valuable asset to your establishment. I'm very professional and neat. I keep my bar area clean and organized. I'm always on time. I've worked every type of Bar and Restaurant from Dock Bars, Pubs, Country Clubs, Marina Bars, Nightclubs, and Fine Dining over the years. I hope to be a valuable addition to your staff and I can start immediately.
Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus.
Skills
Proficient in Mixology
Suggestive Selling
Anticipating Guest Needs
Beer, Wine and Soju Cocktails
Safe Serving Knowledge
Alcohol Ordering
Outstanding Customer Service
Maintaining Glassware Stock
Health Codes Compliance
Teamwork and Professionalism
Mixology Techniques
TIPS Certified
Hospitality and Guest Service
Cash Handling and Management
Food and Beverage Service
Cocktail Service
Monitoring Alcohol Consumption
Responsible Serving
Bar Operations and Logistics
Supply and Inventory Maintenance
Handling Difficult Customers
Professional Service Standards
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Ability to Lift 30 Pounds
Age Identification and Compliance
Interpersonal Relationships
Multitasking and Prioritization
Identification and Compliance
Food Service
Extensive Wine Knowledge
Cash Register Operation
Extensive Beer Knowledge
Wine and Liquor Expertise
Basic Accounting
Outgoing Personality
Service-Oriented Mindset
Cocktail List Development
Organizational Ability
Able to Stand [Number] Hours
Balancing the Cash Register
Elegant Garnish Station Setup
Licensed [Title]
Employee Training
Excellent Judgment
Cash and Credit Transactions
Maintaining a Clean Bar
Experience
Big Fish Grille Oceanview, DE
Bartender
07/2022 - 09/2022
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Fins Fish House & Raw Bar Selbyville, DE
Bartender
03/2022 - 08/2022
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Signatures Restaurant @ Bayside Country Club Selbyville, DE
Bartender
08/2021 - 05/2022
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Salvatores Italian Restaurant Ocean City, MD
Bartender
09/2003 - 10/2011
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Ocean City Marlin Club Ocean City, MD
Bartender
06/1999 - 09/2006
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Reel Inn Dock Bar Ocean City, MD
Bartender
05/1998 - 09/2006
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Flying Fish Dock Bar @ Ocean City Fishing Center Ocean City, MD
Bartender
04/1997 - 10/2003
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Hammerjacks Baltimore, MD
Bartender
04/1983 - 12/1986
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
Education and Training
Thomas Stone High School Waldorf, MD
High School Diploma
06/1982
Charles County Community College Waldorf, MD
Some College (No Degree) in Basic/Business