Barney “Kyle” Folse
Byram, MS **272
Summary of Experience
My experience for the past 20 years has been mostly in the food and beverage industry, 19 of those years have been as a bartender. I have extensive knowledge of drinks and Mixology techniques. I can handle large volumes of people in a timely and efficient manner. I am SERV SAFE manager certified and I have extensive knowledge of Laws and regulations established by the Food and Beverage Association, including the Third Party Liability act. I am a very social person who is passionate about my work and compassionate about others but am also a stern leader who strives to bring out the best in my trainees, coworkers and myself.
Work Experience:
May 2021 to January 2022
Shaggy’s on the Rez – Brandon, Ms.
Head bartender responsible for the training of entire bar staff. While
employed, maintained an average liquor percentage cost of 19%, staying well below the franchise average of 29%.
Contact Jessica Haltman 769-***-****
August 2020 to Present
Bonnie Blairs- Brandon, MS
Currently employed as fill-in bartender.
February 2015 to Present
Dockery Grill – Byram, Mississippi
While I have been employed at The Dockery Grill, I have held the co-owner/General and Bar Manager positions and was responsible for all tasks pertaining to all, titles including maintaining inventory and staffing, training of bartenders and servers, as well as publicity and social media advertisement. I received my SERV SAFE manager certification in April of 2019, and I am currently assisting new owners in the transition of the establishment.
Contact Alex Hawkins 601-***-****
April 2013 to February 2015
Absolute Painting– Jackson, Mississippi
Working as a subcontractor with Stephan Folse to grow his subcontracting business. Drywall installation, Painting, General Repair.
Contact Darell Mcgraw 601-***-****
June 2007 to March 2013
Reed Pierce’s - Byram, Mississippi
I was responsible for opening and closing the restaurant; head bartender, responsible for training staff, managing inventory, and scheduling of bar staff. Expanded on existing knowledge of drinks and mixology techniques, and development of new specialty libations.
Cora Beth Hartfeild
Contact Chriss Sessums 601-***-****
January 2001 to June 2007
Applebee’s - Jackson, Mississippi
I was responsible for opening and closing the restaurant where my duties were that of head bartender, certified trainer. I managed inventory, and scheduling of bar staff. I have extensive knowledge of drinks and mix logy techniques; With the opening of a New Applebee’s, I was responsible for opening new store while under the apprenticeship of Bartender Shane Free, a Mix logiest with 15 years experience in Mixology from New Orleans, LA.
Contact Glenn Hurn 601-***-****
April 1999 to December 2000
Southern Gardens Landscaping; - Jackson Mississippi.
Foreman of Maintenance Crew
Contact: Sean Miller, 601-***-****
Jan. 1999 to April 1999
Folse Law Office - Jackson Mississippi
Hired to assist the law firm with handling of phones, filing court documents, delivery of documents to various law offices, and ran the necessary errands required to aid in the needs of the attorneys both inside the office and out.
Jan 1997 through Jan 1999
Lanes Landscaping and Maintenance - Jackson Mississippi
Foreman of Maintenance Crew – Beautification Awards for maintenance
Part Time work in High School to Dec 1997
Ryan’s Restaurant - Huntsville AL
Arby’s - Huntsville AL
Bruno’s Grocery Store - Huntsville AL
Taco Bell - Huntsville AL
Education:
Hinds Community College Jackson Mississippi
Spring Semester 2007
(Anatomy and Physiology)
Holmes Community College Jackson Mississippi
May Semester 2005
(English Comp 2, Sociology)
August Semester 2002
(Basic Courses: Algebra, English, Literature; political science; speech)
QRC (Quality Restaurant Concepts) Jackson Mississippi
2004 classes serving, guest service, preparation of garnishes, and to training new staff. Attended classes on proper handling of food and drinks, which included extensive knowledge on serving alcohol responsibly, and the proper procedures to follow once a person has reached the RED zone.
Duling Center Jackson Mississippi.
G.E.D. in 2002.
Grissom High School, Huntsville AL. 1997
References available upon request