Jaya Allen
Mesa
Summary
Highly motivated and self-sufficient service industry professional with extensive experience in operations, team leadership, and marketing initiatives, including promotions and brand engagement. Strategically focused on advancing career growth through a future Master’s degree in Business, with an emphasis on management, marketing, and leadership development.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
Eureka! Restaurants
05.2025 - Current
- Responsible for opening and closing bar operations, including setup, cash handling, cleanliness, and compliance with safety standards.
- Skilled in learning and preparing craft cocktails with consistency, quality, and efficiency in a high-volume environment.
- Serve in a leadership role by training and supporting bar staff, maintaining smooth service, and assisting management with daily operations and inventory control.
Event Bartender
PopStroke
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Elevated guest experience by crafting cocktails, upselling items, and delivering energetic service in a high-volume venue
- Executed bartending for private parties, tournaments, and corporate events with precision, efficiency, and tailored service
- Streamlined event bar setup, inventory management, and compliance to ensure seamless operations and guest satisfaction
Marketing Coordinator
PopStroke
2024 - 2025
- Planned and executed localized marketing campaigns and activations to increase visibility, guest traffic, and engagement
- Conducted market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and optimize outreach strategies for brand growth
- Built and maintained partnerships with local leaders, organizations, and businesses, generating $20K+ in event revenue
- Created engaging, on-brand content across social media and digital platforms in collaboration with the marketing team
Lead Bartender/Assistant Bar Manager
Phat Fish Brewing
2021 - 2023
- Providing exemplary food and beverage service to clientele
- Applied leadership and management skills
- Directed all aspects of bar operations, including staff supervision, inventory management, and service standards to ensure smooth daily performanceKept up to date with new food and drink specials
- Complete side work such as restocking, cleaning, open and closing duties
- Foster a dynamic and lively workplace atmosphere to inspire colleagues
- Delivering exceptional customer experience with superior hospitality standards
Education
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZBachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Dickinson State University
Dickinson, NDSkills
- Restaurant365
- Toast
- Tripleseat
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Google Analytics
- Leadership and team management
Technical:
Professional:
- Staff training and performance development
- Inventory control and cost management
- Customer service and guest relations
- Sales growth and upselling strategies
- Time management and multitasking in fast-paced environments
- Cash handling and POS system proficiency
- Vendor negotiation and purchasing
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Eureka! Restaurants
05.2025 - Current
Event Bartender
PopStroke
09.2023 - 05.2025
Marketing Coordinator
PopStroke
2024 - 2025
Lead Bartender/Assistant Bar Manager
Phat Fish Brewing
2021 - 2023
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Yavapai College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Dickinson State University