Jarryd Cruikshank
Bartender And Server
Cape Town
Summary
Adept at blending exceptional mixology skills with outstanding customer service, I significantly enhanced guest satisfaction at Salute and Coco's Restaurant Pretoria. My expertise in wine, liquor, and beverage preparation, coupled with a proven ability to manage high-pressure situations with grace, drives seamless event execution and efficient team collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Bartender
Salute
Cape Town
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Prepared and mixed drinks for high end clients for 3 events.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Set up glassware, liquor, and other necessary supplies for special events.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently such as spills or broken glassware incidents without disrupting overall event flow or guest enjoyment levels.
- Supported efficient service delivery by preparing garnishes, syrups, infusions, and other ingredients ahead of time as needed.
Restaurant Cashier
Coco's Restaurant Pretoria
Pretoria
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted in menu knowledge training for new employees, contributing to improved team performance.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean, organized cashier station for smooth operations.
- Handled high volume transactions calmly, maintaining composure under pressure and delivering excellent customer service.
- Reduced wait times by quickly completing customer orders and coordinating with kitchen staff for timely food preparation.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously, prioritizing tasks according to immediate needs of the restaurant operation.
- Performed end-of-shift duties such as cleaning cashier stations, counting cash drawers, restocking supplies as needed.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring proper handling of currency and daily reconciliation procedures.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Assisted in inventory management, helping to keep popular items in stock.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order fulfillment for takeout customers.
- Served over 25 Customers per day
Education
Professional Cocktail Bartending Certificate - Bartending & Mixology
Salute Bartending Academy
Cape Town, South Africa 02.2022 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Pretoria Chinese School
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2017 - 12.2021
Skills
Beverage Preparation
Payment Collection
Sanitation Standards
Efficient multitasking
Stress Tolerance
Professional Appearance
Suggestive Selling
Superb Customer Service
Adaptable work style
Making mixed drinks
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Team Management
Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
Languages
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Beginner (A1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Certification
Certified Professional Cocktail Bartender, Salute Bartending Services
Timeline
Banquet Bartender
Salute
02.2022 - 12.2022
Professional Cocktail Bartending Certificate - Bartending & Mixology
Salute Bartending Academy
02.2022 - 03.2022
Certified Professional Cocktail Bartender, Salute Bartending Services
02-2022
Restaurant Cashier
Coco's Restaurant Pretoria
06.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Pretoria Chinese School
01.2017 - 12.2021
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