Luke Rademaker
Saint Charles
Summary
Dynamic bartender with expertise in cocktail mixing and customer engagement. Proven ability to create a welcoming atmosphere while effectively upselling menu items and managing cash operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
JAlexanders
Oak Brook
06.2024 - Current
- Mixed cocktails and beverages to meet customer preferences.
- Trained new bartenders on techniques and menu items.
- Engaged with guests to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
server
JAlexanders
Oak Brook
07.2021 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Upsold menu items to enhance guest experience and satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Assisted in training new servers.
Package Handler
UPS
Aurora
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery trucks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping goals.
- Assisted in training new hires on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
- Inspected packages for damages or defects and recorded any issues found.
- Labeled parcels accurately according to company guidelines.
Receiving Team Member
Menards
Hodgkins
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Received and inspected incoming merchandise for quality and accuracy.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move heavy inventory safely.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards within receiving areas.
- Communicated with suppliers regarding delivery schedules and discrepancies.
- Conducted physical inventories for specific departments within the organization when requested.
- Stocked shelves with materials as they were received into warehouse facility.
- Tracked deliveries using computer software systems such as SAP or Oracle WMS applications.
- Unloaded and inspected goods received, noting any discrepancies or damages to the shipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lyons Township
La Grange, IL05-2018
Skills
- Cocktail mixing
- Upselling techniques
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Engaging personality
- Cash management
- Menu knowledge
- Alcohol regulation
- Customer engagement
- Cleanliness and hygiene
Certification
Basset food handling certification
Timeline
Bartender
JAlexanders
06.2024 - Current
server
JAlexanders
07.2021 - Current
Package Handler
UPS
09.2019 - 06.2021
Receiving Team Member
Menards
05.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Lyons Township