Kristine Davis
Columbia
Summary
Customer-oriented bartender offering several-year background preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Friendly and upbeat individual possessing outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
Olive Garden Restaurant
Muskogee
06.2025 - 07.2026
- Oversaw bar inventory and procured supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Onboarded new bartenders on service techniques and menu knowledge to ensure consistent service quality.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the bar area at all times.
- Provided excellent customer service and resolved guest inquiries promptly.
- Managed closing procedures such as counting money, balancing tills and reconciling receipts at end of shift.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, enhancing guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Facilitated smooth operations by promptly responding to customer and server requests.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local regulations and safety standards for alcoholic beverages.
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting and serving guests in a friendly, positive manner.
Manager/Bartender
Maxine’s Gastropub
Muskogee
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient service at the gastropub.
- Managed staff schedules and delegated tasks to optimize workflow.
- Trained new employees on service standards and menu offerings.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Conducted staff meetings to communicate updates and gather feedback.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all staff.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated with suppliers for timely deliveries.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Education
Associate of Arts - Veterinary Science
North Central Texas College
Denton, TX 07.2020 - 10.2021
Skills
- Beverage knowledge
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Order processing
- Health regulations knowledge
- Food handling certification
- Customer service
- Customer relationship management
- Staff management
- Staff scheduling
- Training and development
- Workplace safety
- Strong multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Olive Garden Restaurant
06.2025 - 07.2026
Manager/Bartender
Maxine’s Gastropub
02.2024 - 06.2025
Associate of Arts - Veterinary Science
North Central Texas College
07.2020 - 10.2021