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Shelby Anderson

Virginia Beach

Summary

Experienced with crafting unique cocktails and creating welcoming bar atmosphere. Utilizes strong leadership skills to manage bar operations and staff effectively. Track record of maintaining high customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Bartender

Marriott / Arbuckle's
01.2024 - Current
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Responsible for crafted special drinks and cocktail menu items, including seasonal offerings.
  • Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between the business and its clientele.
  • Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, sanitation protocol, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team.
  • Developed a loyal customer base by fostering an engaging and welcoming atmosphere for patrons.
  • Responsible for creating new hire training additions to training regime.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.


+ Consistently awarded number one employee for Google 5-star reviews, single-handedly moving the restaurant from 4.5 to 4.7 stars. +

Bartender

Cinema Cafe
09.2023 - Current
  • Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
  • Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines, and entrees.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design, and menu while handling inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Made friendly conversation with customers to provide an enjoyable bar experience.
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
  • Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
  • Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.

Self-Employed /Small Business Owner

SheleroniCheese LLC
01.2019 - Current
  • Maintained a perfect 5-star rating on Etsy shops since opening in 2019.
  • Oversaw product design, print design, and marketing collateral from concept to completion.
  • Created personalized portfolio designs according to rigorous client specifications.
  • Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
  • Worked with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Improved company’s quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
  • Implemented new technologies into the business model to streamline processes.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Generated ideas for new products or services based on market needs assessments.
  • Managed daily operations such as sales transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, shipping, and receiving functions.

Self-Employed/Homemaker

Self-Employed
02.2016 - 09.2023
  • Organized and performed the educational needs of 2 children; consistently keeping ahead of and outsourcing Board of Education requirements for peer age groups.
  • Completed all administrative work and managed all household accounts with precision.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Kept detailed records of all expenses related to running the house and business.
  • Trained family members to adhere to a strict financial plan, directly leading to immense growth in both quality of life and assets for the home.
  • Maintained an inventory of supplies necessary for daily, weekly, and yearly operations of the house.
  • Performed maintenance tasks such as painting, drywall, appliance repair, and carpentry work.
  • Followed standard infection control protocols to avoid illness or contamination.

Bartender/Waitress

Cinema Cafe
03.2012 - 03.2020

NOTE: Took a short break from professional work to save on daycare costs, thus this work experience contains duplicate experience.

Education

No Degree - Liberal Arts

Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Inventory
  • Menu development
  • Proficient in mixology
  • Cocktail list development
  • Cocktail development
  • Outgoing personality
  • Highly reliable
  • Customer service expertise
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Clear and effective communication

Timeline

Lead Bartender

Marriott / Arbuckle's
01.2024 - Current

Bartender

Cinema Cafe
09.2023 - Current

Self-Employed /Small Business Owner

SheleroniCheese LLC
01.2019 - Current

Self-Employed/Homemaker

Self-Employed
02.2016 - 09.2023

Bartender/Waitress

Cinema Cafe
03.2012 - 03.2020

No Degree - Liberal Arts

Tidewater Community College
Shelby Anderson