Meghan Black
Montgomery
Summary
Dedicated bartender with several years of experience in customer service and beverage hospitality. Proven ability to manage high-volume shifts, build rapport with guests, increase sales through upselling, and maintain organized, sanitary bar operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Aurora Civic Center Authority
Aurora
01.2015 - Current
- Delivered fast, friendly, attentive service to 1800 patrons per show in high-volume environment
- Provided recommendations based on guest preferences and upsold premium products
- Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and menu offerings
- Crafted seasonal cocktails and developed innovative drink specials to enhance menu offerings
- Bartend across multiple venues including The Paramount Theater, Riveredge Park, Stolp Island Theater, Copley Theater, and Meyer Ballroom Event Center
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar stations in compliance with health standards
- Balanced cash drawers and finalized end-of-shift reports to ensure accurate financial transactions
Bartender
McCarty Mills
Aurora
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Served draft beer and canned beer with proper pouring techniques while maintaining product quality and presentation
- Changed kegs promptly to ensure uninterrupted beverage service.
- Helped explain brewing ingredients, ABV, IBU levels, and tasting notes to customers of varying beer knowledge as inventory rotated
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of taps, glassware, coolers, and bar areas according to health standards
- Explained brewing ingredients, ABV, IBU levels, and tasting notes to customers of varying beer knowledge, enhancing their appreciation for rotating inventory
- Opened and closed the taproom including cleaning, stocking, and end-of-day reporting procedures
- Cultivated strong customer relationships, fostering repeat business and increasing membership participation
- Collaborated with team members and management to create a welcoming guest experience, contributing to positive customer feedback and repeat visits
Bartender
Villa Verone
Geneva
03.2020 - 09.2020
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages in high-volume settings
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes, served wine, and bottled beer
- Managed bar inventory and restocked supplies regularly
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to enhance customer experience
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food orders efficiently
- Developed menu knowledge to provide tailored food recommendations to patrons
Education
B.S. - Business
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Charleston, Illinois 05.2001 -
A.A. -
ELGIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Elgin, IllinoisSkills
Basset Certified
Responsible Alcohol Service
Wine & Beer Knowledge
Food Handler Certified
POS Systems
Cash Handling
Inventory Management
Customer Service
Multitasking
Time Management
Conflict Resolution
Team Collaboration
Timeline
Bartender
McCarty Mills
05.2025 - 05.2026
Bartender
Villa Verone
03.2020 - 09.2020
Bartender
Aurora Civic Center Authority
01.2015 - Current
B.S. - Business
EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
05.2001 -
A.A. -
ELGIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE