Ross Davis
Lincoln
Summary
Seeking a position to maximize customer satisfaction and beverage sales through: Guest Service Excellence: Cost-Effective Bar Management: Inventive Cocktails
Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
The Local
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Coordinated, liaised and managed the beverage and food service functions of the bar.
- Served as the only Bartender on shift providing bar patrons with superior service and an enjoyable, memorable experience.
- Ensured that the bar clients got quality service and innovative cocktails, which added to the image and reputation of the establishment.
Bartender
Flagler Tavern-The Bounty
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Delivered Mixology training to the staff on how to make cocktails, in a competent and innovative manner.
- Exhibited an entrepreneurial attitude and the ability to think creatively while meeting and exceeding customer's needs.
- Created several signature cocktails for The Bounty-Flagler Tavern
- Created several menu items to pair with the signature cocktails.
- Excelled at upselling customers from shelf to premium brands.
- Leveraged Interpersonal skills.
Bartender
Norwood's Restaurant
2025 - 2026
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Bartender
Bridgestone Arena
2024 - 2025
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Education
Graphic Design
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NESkills
- Beverage and food served with faultless etiquette and professionalism
- Bar Management & Cleanliness
- Wine Fundamentals & Food Pairings
- Caterer Private Events
- Signature Cocktails
- Handle High- Volume Establishments with Effectiveness
Timeline
Bar Manager
The Local
01.2019 - 01.2023
Bartender
Flagler Tavern-The Bounty
01.2014 - 01.2019
Bartender
Norwood's Restaurant
2025 - 2026
Bartender
Bridgestone Arena
2024 - 2025
Graphic Design
Southeast Community College