Leah Macdonald
Chicago
Summary
Customer-focused Bar Server recognized for exceptional productivity and efficient task execution. Specialized skills in mixology, inventory management, and customer service drive positive guest experiences. Strong communication and adaptability enhance teamwork and operational efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Server
Ernest
San Francisco
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Prepared and served beverages according to established recipes and standards.
- Served 11 bar seats with five-course dinners and nightly changing wine pairings.
- Conducted weekly inventory counts to maintain optimal stock levels.
Bartender
Rich Table
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Achieved top service standards at Michelin Star dining bar.
- Developed and updated diverse cocktail menu to enhance guest experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with regular guests to enhance their experience.
Bartender
Slanted Door
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Delivered exceptional service at a high-volume city bar for over a year and a half.
- Consistently maintained top-tier service standards in a bustling bar environment.
- Guided guests on pairings to elevate the dining experience.
Bar Manager
Range
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Delivered exceptional service at one of San Francisco's top dining bars.
- Crafted daily specialty cocktails using fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients.
- Trained and mentored bartenders in advanced drink preparation techniques.
Server/Bartender
Foreign Cinema
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Acquired bartending skills in high-volume, fast-paced bar environment.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in 220-seat dining room.
- Assisted in managerial responsibilities, including scheduling and training staff.
- Successfully paired wine and cocktails with over twenty oyster menu items.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - UI/UX Design
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CASkills
- Beverage preparation and cocktail crafting
- Interpersonal communication
- Multi-tasking skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Guest service
Timeline
Bar Server
Ernest
03.2021 - 11.2022
Bartender
Rich Table
01.2017 - 10.2020
Bartender
Slanted Door
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bar Manager
Range
01.2009 - 01.2016
Server/Bartender
Foreign Cinema
01.2004 - 01.2013
Some College (No Degree) - UI/UX Design
University of California, Berkeley
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