DAMIAN A BARRETT
SERVER / BARTENDER
Customer-oriented server with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Food and beverage expect. Hardworking server who thrives under pressure and goes above and beyond to create unforgettable guest experience
Cauldwell PA
Hanover
Jamaica WI
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Experience
SERVER/BARTENDER
Cheeca Lodge and Spa
11/23 - 9/24
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. SERVER
MACKINAW SEASONAL RESORT
May 2023
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. SERVER / BARTENDER
Wyndemere Country Club
November 2022 - May 2023
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. SERVER / BARTENDER
Mackinaw Seasonal Resort
May 2022 - October 2022
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. SERVER / BARTENDER
Vasari Country Club
10/21 - 4/30
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. Server
Royalton negril
2018 - 2020
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. Bartender/server
Mission point resort
2017 - 2018
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. Bartender
Charela Inn Hotel
2015 - 2017
Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar. Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age. Poured and prepared mixed drinks for customers daily and created new libations drawing in clientele. Server
Grand Palladium resort
2009 - 2015
*Created orders, documented special requirements and discussed needs with kitchen personnel to provide customers with desired food and minimize complaints.
*Cleaned outdoor eating area and indoor dining room by wiping tables, placing trash in receptacles and restocking napkin dispensers.
*Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
*Kept updated knowledge of menu and chef specials to provide recommendations according to tastes and specific allergies.
*Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
Server
Rui Club
2004 - 2005
Created orders, documented special requirements and discussed needs with kitchen personnel to provide customers with desired food and minimize complaints. Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags. Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
Kept updated knowledge of menu and chef specials to provide recommendations according to tastes and specific allergies.
Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
Bartender
Hedonism 11
2000 - 2001
Developed new signature cocktails to enhance bar reputation and increase profits. Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay. Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options. Server
Swept Away
1999 - 2000
Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags. Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
Kept updated knowledge of menu and chef specials to provide recommendations according to tastes and specific allergies.
Created orders, documented special requirements and discussed needs with kitchen personnel to provide customers with desired food and minimize complaints Bartender
Couples Negril
1998 - 1999
Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings to enhance bar reputation. Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands. Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers. Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay. Education
Nctvet level 1&2
Seaforth Town VTC
2012 - 2013
Food and Beverage Service
Customer Service
Hanover Education Institute
2004 - 2004
NCTVET level 1
Kenilworth Heart Academy
1997 - 1998
Hotel Accounting
CXC
Ruseas High School
1991 - 1996
Qualifications
NCTVET Certificate
School leaving certificate
Customer service certificate
Skills
Hospitality service expertise
Banquet coordination