Charlene Sparks
Bartender with great personality!
Palm Desert, CA
Supervisor/Trainer/Bartender/Server
Great Customer service is what I deliver. I am a people person and I know how to interact with guests. I am dependable and punctual. I can be your best team player or I can handle a busy shift by myself without stressing out or complaining
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Bartender/Supervisor
Palm Springs Airport-Palm Springs, CA
October 2015 to May 2023
• Prioritizing responsibilities
• Treating Guests-As I like to be treated
• Implemented time management skills (very important when you are serving travelers)
• Trained on policy and cleaning protocols
• Follow all AIrport security laws and protocols.Report suspicious activity to authorities
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Crafted and served a wide variety of cocktails, beers, and wines to patrons in a fast-paced bar environment.
• Efficiently handled cash transactions and accurately processed payments using POS system
• Managed inventory levels by monitoring stock levels, placing orders for supplies, and conducting regular audits
• Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with guests in a friendly manner and anticipating their needs
• Trained new bartenders on drink preparation techniques, customer service standards, and POS system Bartender
Spherion Staffing-Palm Desert, CA
June 2012 to January 2020
• Worked many large events and also did private events.
• Some of the locations:
PALM SPRINGS CONVENTION CENTER,
WESTIN MISSION HILLS, RITZ CARLTON, THE HIDEWAY,
EMPIRE POLO FIELD, AND MANY
PRIVATE ESTATES
Bartender or Supervisor at the following events (2012-2020)
• VIP Tent -PGA golf tournament
• BNP'S Tennis Tournament
• Coachella Fest
• Stagecoach
• Gay Pride/Palm Springs
• Fashion Week on El Paseo
Education
2 Year college in Business Law
Golden West College - Huntington Beach, CA
Skills
• General Ledger Accounting
• 10 Key Data Entry
• Accounts Payable
• Order Entry
• Banquet Experience
• Bartending
Certifications and Licenses
Bartender License
Need to renew
Food Handler Certification
Need to renew
Secruity clearance
• I have attended many Hospitality Seminars
• Food and Beverage Tastings
CLASSES/TRAINING
• Alcohol and Serving Protocols
• Drug Awareness classes
• CA Employment Laws
• OSHA Training
• Compliant with The CA Health Dept Regulations
Additional Information
I am all about customer service.I can work alone or be your best team player. I have excellent interpersonal skills. I am a productive, dependable employee, who enjoys the service industry. I Can quickly resolve conflict and admit when I am wrong. I take responsibility for my actions. Always trying to make my job more efficient