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Kimbiley Brookins

Peachtree City,GA

Summary

Highly personable and attentive bartender with 15 years of experience creating welcoming environments and providing exceptional service. Proven ability to prepare and serve a wide range of cocktails efficiently in fast-paced settings while maintaining meticulous detail and organization. Seeking to leverage extensive customer service and mixology skills in a dynamic bartending role.

Professional hospitality expert with proven skills in mixing and serving beverages, managing bar inventory, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving high-quality results. Skilled in providing exceptional service, handling high-pressure situations, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Known for reliability, flexibility, and creating positive experiences for patrons.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Wine Attendant

Compass
10.2024 - Current
  • Provide exceptional wine service to hundreds of Delta Sky Club members daily from a mobile wine cart, fostering a welcoming and engaging environment.
  • Engage with a diverse clientele from around the world, establishing rapport through friendly greetings and meaningful conversations.
  • Regularly support bar staff by preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including cocktails, beer, wine
  • Efficiently and accurately process credit card transactions for bar service.
  • Collaborate effectively with fellow employees, proactively assisting floor attendants by clearing tables of glasses, plates, and trash to maintain a clean and organized area for members.

Bartender

Sodexo Magic
08.2015 - 08.2024
  • Executed opening and closing procedures for the bar, ensuring readiness for daily service and proper shutdown at end of day.
  • Prepared bar for daily operations by stocking essential equipment, glassware, fruit, and ice, maintaining clean and organized workspace.
  • Replenished bar inventory, including stocking alcohol shelves, beer, and wine coolers to ensure adequate supplies.
  • Provide exceptional bar service to hundreds of Delta Sky Club members daily and fostering a welcoming and engaging environment.
  • Prepared garnishes and ensured all necessary bar ingredients were readily available for efficient drink preparation.
  • Prepared a variety of cocktails accurately using correct techniques, liquid measurements, and garnishes.
  • Maintained a consistently clean and well-organized bar area throughout shifts, adhering to hygiene standards.
  • Accurately processed all credit card transactions for customer purchases and operated/shut down the POS system.
  • Consistently displayed a friendly, outgoing, and energetic demeanor, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
  • Maintained professional and collaborative working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and management.
  • Adhered to all city, state, and company laws and guidelines related to alcohol service.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.

Bartender

Darden Restaurant
06.2014 - 07.2017
  • Accurately processed guest orders for food and beverages using POS system, ensuring efficient and timely service.
  • Handled cash and credit card transactions with precision, maintaining accurate financial records.
  • Provided knowledgeable recommendations on menu items and beverages, enhancing guest experience.
  • Interacted with guests in a welcoming, engaging, and friendly manner, fostering positive and memorable atmosphere.
  • Maintained a clean and organized bar area, including washing glasses and ensuring bar equipment was sanitized and readily available.
  • Replenished bar stock, including beer, wine, and liquor, to ensure continuous service.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.

Education

Wine Academy of Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
09.2023

Professional Bartenders of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
08.2010

Skills

    Technical Skills:

  • Cocktail Preparation (Classic & Specialty)
  • Wine Knowledge (Varietals, Regions, Service)
  • Point of Sale (POS) Systems
  • Bar Equipment Operation & Maintenance
  • Liquor Inventory Management
  • Cash Handling & Reconciliation

    • Soft Skills:

  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-Solving
  • Patience
  • Team Player
  • Attention to Detail
  • Upselling Techniques
  • Organization
  • Attentiveness
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Proactive and Helpful Attitude
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Effective multi-tasker
  • Thrives Under Pressure
  • Customer-Focused
  • Energetic
  • Fun
  • Outgoing

Timeline

Bartender/Wine Attendant

Compass
10.2024 - Current

Bartender

Sodexo Magic
08.2015 - 08.2024

Bartender

Darden Restaurant
06.2014 - 07.2017

Wine Academy of Las Vegas

Professional Bartenders of Atlanta

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