Sophia Bommarito
St. Louis
Summary
Sales professional equipped with robust background in fostering client relationships and achieving sales targets. Known for strong focus on teamwork and delivering results. Adaptable to changing market conditions and skilled in persuasive communication and strategic planning. Excelling in creating positive client experiences, managing high-pressure environments, and supporting business growth through communication, organization, and creative problem-solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server / Bartender
Midwestern
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered high-quality service in a busy barbecue-focused restaurant and bar environment
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and order accuracy
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, enhancing guest loyalty and satisfaction
- Promoted specialty cocktails, menu items, and upsold premium options to boost sales
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality
- Supported private and ticketed events, ensuring guest satisfaction and seamless service coordination
- Partnered with promotional brands like Tito’s, Wild Turkey, High Noon, Jägermeister, and Una Vida to highlight branded beverage specials and seasonal promotions
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and guest-ready environment
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff
Bartender /Bar Manager
Wheelhouse
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Mastered various mixing techniques, ensuring consistent drink quality across all orders
- Assisted bartenders in preparing and serving beverages during high-volume shifts
- Utilized social media to increase awareness of events, specials, and promotions
- Promoted ticketed events through direct outreach and online engagement
- Handled POS transactions, ensuring accuracy in cash and card payments
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business
- Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability
- Assisted inventory accuracy, communicating with suppliers & maintaining new innovations
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to ensure efficient workflow
- Assisted training new staff on operational procedures and best practices for bar tasks
- Promoted major downtown events (e.g., 12 Bars of Charity, Mardi Gras) requiring teamwork and adaptability under pressure
- Increased repeat business by establishing rapport with regular customers through attentive service and personalized recommendations
- Collaborated with promotional brands such as Tito’s, Wild Turkey, High Noon, Jägermeister, and Una Vida s to feature branded cocktails and special promotions
- Set up advertising signs and displays on shelves, counters and tables
Street Team Representative
Monster Energy Company
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Represented Monster Energy at promotional events, ensuring positive brand awareness
- Collaborated with retail partners and Coca-Cola distributors to build product displays and promote sales
- Collaborated with marketing team to execute promotional campaigns and brand initiatives
- Utilized Power BI to analyze sales data and generate actionable insights
- Analyzed sales data to refine strategies and improve overall performance metrics
- Managed event activations for music, motorsports, gaming, and lifestyle events
- Increased sales revenue by developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients in the assigned territory
- Promoted products through guerilla marketing, digital outreach, and relationship building
- Maintained thorough knowledge of competitors offerings enabling effective communication of unique selling points during client interactions
- Maintained responsibility for 93 accounts within assigned territory, consistently touching base to assess needs and satisfaction
- Advocated for proper resource allocation towards critical projects, ensuring successful completion without compromising other responsibilities
- Traveled throughout assigned territory to leverage leads and visit existing customers
- Built product displays, set up pricing and ensure stores were stocked through Coca-Cola partners
- Improved product visibility through strategic placement of promotional materials and in-store displays
- Optimized sales performance using data-driven insights to adjust strategies and customize presentations for targeted audiences
- Continuously refined personal selling skills through attending workshops or seeking feedback from supervisors contributing to professional development
- Awarded “Own It” recognition for initiative and leadership
Senior Tanning Consultant
Palm Beach Tan
10.2017 - 09.2021
- Delivered outstanding customer service, consistently meeting sales and membership goals
- Trained and mentored new team members on procedures, customer care, and technology use
- Maintained compliance with COVID-19 sanitation protocols and safety standards
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring availability of tanning supplies and equipment
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere within the salon that encouraged repeat business from satisfied customers.
- Informed and demonstrated how to use tanning equipment to new clients
- Distributed educational materials on tanning safety, increasing client awareness and trust
- Educated clients on importance of using protective eyewear and lotions, enhancing safety practices
- Customized tanning plans for clients, leading to highly personalized service and improved customer satisfaction
Hostess / Barback / Busser
Biggies Restaurant
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided friendly and efficient guest services in a busy dining environment
- Managed guest reservations and seating arrangements to optimize dining flow
- Handled incoming phone orders and curbside service with attention to detail
- Supported bartending and waitstaff teams as needed to ensure smooth operations
- Maintained cleanliness and compliance with health and safety standards
- Trained new staff on hosting procedures and restaurant protocols to enhance team performance
- Monitored dining area for cleanliness and readiness, ensuring welcoming atmosphere for guests
- Developed strong relationships with regular patrons to foster loyalty and repeat business
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail
- Supported bartenders by restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness of bar area
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables
- Increased teamwork among staff members by proactively offering assistance whenever needed or requested from coworkers or supervisors
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO05-2021
Skills
- Proficient Verbal & Written Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Time Management/ Multitasking
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership and Team Management
- Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint), Power BI
- Social Media, Event Promotion/ Marketing
AWARDS
Monster Values – “Own It” Award (Dec 2023), Recognized for taking initiative and ownership to improve team outcomes and brand success
Timeline
Server / Bartender
Midwestern
03.2025 - Current
Bartender /Bar Manager
Wheelhouse
10.2023 - 12.2025
Street Team Representative
Monster Energy Company
09.2021 - 10.2024
Hostess / Barback / Busser
Biggies Restaurant
06.2019 - 05.2021
Senior Tanning Consultant
Palm Beach Tan
10.2017 - 09.2021
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Saint Louis Community College