Savannah Bialecki
RA Sushi Bar and Restaurant
Gold Canyon
9
years of professional experience
Dynamic bartender with extensive experience at RA Sushi Bar and Restaurant, known for crafting exceptional cocktails and enhancing guest experiences. A reliable team player with strong multitasking abilities and a commitment to responsible alcohol service, I consistently foster customer loyalty and satisfaction through effective communication and attentive service.
Work History
Bartender
4 Years 9 Months- Crafted signature cocktails and mixed beverages following RA Sushi recipes and presentation standards.
- Recommended sushi pairings, specialty drinks, and menu items to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Managed POS transactions, cash handling, and check accuracy during high-volume service.
- Maintained clean, organized bar areas while restocking glassware, liquor, and garnishes.
- Verified age identification and followed alcohol service policies to support responsible operations.
- Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to coordinate timely beverage and food delivery.
- Prepared bar ingredients, syrups, and garnishes to ensure efficient service flow.
- Resolved guest concerns professionally while maintaining attentive, fast-paced hospitality standards.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Bartender Shift Manager
3 Years 3 Months- Managed bar shift operations, balancing drink service, guest flow, and team support during peak periods.
- Trained bartenders on POS handling, order accuracy, and efficient drink preparation.
- Monitored alcohol service standards, ensuring responsible sales and compliance with house policies.
- Coordinated opening and closing duties, including cash reconciliation, stocking, and cleanup.
- Resolved guest concerns quickly, maintaining service quality and positive dining experiences.
- Controlled inventory levels, restocking liquor, beer, mixers, and bar supplies as needed.
- Supported management with daily operations, communication, and workflow improvements across front-of-house.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere through clear communication, teamwork encouragement, and recognition of employee achievements.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Successfully resolved customer complaints, demonstrating strong conflict resolution skills and commitment to client satisfaction.
- Established rapport with regular patrons through attentive service, fostering loyalty to the establishment.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank, and stocked service bar.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Skills
Strong multitasking
Customer service
Highly reliable
Team player attitude
Patience and tolerance
Clear and effective communication
Outgoing personality
Cleanliness and hygiene
Customer service expertise
Responsible alcohol service
Complex Problem-solving
Memory retention
Service-oriented mindset
Professional appearance
Timeline
Bartender
RA Sushi Bar and Restaurant
10.2020 - 07.2025Read More
Bartender Shift Manager
Dos Gringos Tempe
01.2017 - 04.2020Read More
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Associate of Arts from Social Work
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