Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Jeremiah Mukanda

Chicago,IL

Summary

Friendly Bartender with exceptional time management and multitasking skills. Keep work area clean, stocked and conveniently organized at all times. Successful in delivering quality service in fast-paced environments with high-volumes of patrons. Experience in providing drinks and bartending while simultaneously serving and running food.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Red Lobster
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Ensured drinks were efficiently provided in a timely manner for over 100 restaurant and bar top customers.
  • Established menu knowledge and provided excellent service for both bar top customers and tables.
  • Increased sales revenue by using suggestive selling techniques for drinks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts.
  • Helped management and kitchen staff with expediting orders, packing to-go orders, and running food items.
  • Managed seating arrangements, assigned sections, wrapped silverware, and cleaned tables.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.

Barista

Cafe Kopi
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages and bistro items.
  • Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
  • Demonstrated expertise in various brewing techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all specialty drinks, teas, and syrups served.

Server

Royal Thai
04.2015 - 09.2016
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Earth Society And Environmental Sustainability

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05.2022

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Food Service
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • Health Codes Compliance
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Honest and Dependable

Timeline

Bartender

Red Lobster
09.2022 - 09.2023

Barista

Cafe Kopi
09.2021 - 06.2022

Server

Royal Thai
04.2015 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Earth Society And Environmental Sustainability

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Jeremiah Mukanda