Taylor Vanderark
Porterville, CA *****
***************@*****.***
Wide variety of skills in the service industry with 5+ years of experience and knowledge. Always ready to learn and improve and give my very best in anything that is thrown towards me! Work Experience
Caterer/Bartender
White Barn-Springville, CA
2022 to Present
• Assisted in the preparation and presentation of food for catering events, ensuring high quality and timely delivery
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area before, during, and after each catering event
• Crafted and served a wide variety of cocktails, beers, and wines to patrons in a fast-paced bar environment
• Resolved customer complaints promptly and effectively to maintain high levels of satisfaction
• Implemented upselling strategies resulting in an increase in average check size by XX% Bartender
Eagle Mountain Casino-Porterville, CA
February 2023 to January 2024
• Learning new drinks specific to Eagle Mountain Casino.
• Handling large crowds with poise and efficiency.
• Working large events in our 2,000+ event center.
• Closing down the bar and getting everyone they’re last call drink and having it finished before the cut off.
• Cleaning my section efficiently and closing down my register. Bartender
The Lacey-Hanford, CA
June 2022 to February 2023
• Opening and setting up the bar.
• Working special event days and learning new drink specials.
• Handling extremely large crowds with poise and efficiency.
• Closing down the bar getting our guests they’re last call drinks and having them finished before the cut off time, then cleaning and locking up the bar. Merchandise Manager
Boot Barn-Tulare, CA
August 2020 to July 2022
• Worked sales floor, registers, and maintained organization with clothing.
• Opening shift consisted of opening the store, getting the daily breaks and sectioning in order for our staff.
• Closing shift consisted of returning the store to its original state, closing registers, and locking down the building.
Education
High school diploma
Porterville High School - Porterville, CA
August 2015 to May 2019
Skills
• Store management
• Communication skills
• Punctuality
• Works well under pressure
• Kitchen Experience
• Serving Experience
Certifications and Licenses
Food Handler Certification
Bartender License