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KAYLA BURGER

KAYLA BURGER

BARTENDER/SERVER
Brackenfell,WC

Summary

Dynamic bar server with extensive experience at Royal Caribbean, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and effective upselling strategies. Proficient in cocktail preparation and maintaining cleanliness standards, I thrive in high-pressure environments while fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff. Committed to delivering memorable guest experiences.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

BAR SERVER

Royal Carribean
MIAMI
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Assisted in employee training initiatives, mentoring new hires on proper serving techniques and company policies.
  • Streamlined drink preparation processes by mastering efficient pouring techniques and multitasking skills.
  • Optimized drink-making efficiency by mastering the use of various bar equipment and tools, such as cocktail shakers, muddlers, and strainers.
  • Provided exceptional service to VIP guests, ensuring their needs were promptly attended to throughout their visit.
  • Demonstrated versatility by adapting to various bar settings, including fine dining establishments, high-volume nightclubs, and casual pubs.
  • Contributed to positive team dynamics by supporting coworkers during peak periods and fostering open communication among staff members.
  • Maintained a clean and organized bar environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed strong product knowledge through regular tastings and training sessions, enabling confident recommendations for customers seeking guidance on beverage selections.
  • Effectively managed time under pressure, balancing competing priorities during high-stress situations without sacrificing quality of service or customer satisfaction levels.
  • Strengthened relationships with regular patrons through personalized interactions while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive and friendly service during busy hours.
  • Consistently met sales targets by effectively promoting daily specials and seasonal offerings to patrons.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Checked dining area supplies of linens, wrapped silverware, and replenished low stock.
  • Received over 50 beverage orders nightly from wait staff and delivered beverages to guests while keeping up with bar orders.

Bartender

Marriot Marques City Centre Hotel, Doha
DOHA
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Skilled at working independently and
  • In a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently to complete all tasks
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend,
  • Developed and maintained courteous and
  • Passionate about learning and committed to
  • Barista/Cocktails/Server/Daily stock take/Cash

Bartender /Server

Mozambiek Restaurant
DURBANVILLE
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Supported colleagues during peak hours,
  • Fostering a collaborative work environment that
  • Enhanced overall productivity levels.
  • Attention to Detail
  • Interpersonal
  • Communication
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher end products to customers.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to
  • Offer memorable experiences to guests and

Bartender

London Town Pub, Parow
PAROW
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations,
  • Slots-Licensed
  • Daily stock take/Server/Cash ups
  • Developed and maintained courteous and
  • Effective working relationships.

Bar Lady /Server Assistant

The Barrel Mountain View Farm
DURBANVILLE
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Feeding animals
  • Barista/Cocktails/Daily stock take/Cash ups
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for
  • Maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors,
  • Enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
  • Adhered to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring, dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

BARTENDER/SERVER

Sportsfan
BRACKENFELL
03.2022 - 05.2022

Arranged and prepared tables for customers

  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to
  • Take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals
  • Restock supplies
  • Contributed to inventory management by monitoring stock levels and notifying management when supplies were low.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.

BARLADY

Meraki
BRACKENFELL
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness
    through the development of innovative solutions
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive
    relationships with others
  • V-Slots
  • Server/Stock take/Cash ups

Bartender

Metonome Events
BRACKENFELL
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Stock take
  • Cash ups
  • Server
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working
  • Efficiently and productively with all team members
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Bartender

De Palm
WEST COAST
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Stock take
  • Server
  • Cash ups
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  •  Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Bartender

Noordblinder
WEST COAST
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Stock take/Cash ups
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend,
    and holiday shifts.
    Worked well in a team setting, providing support
    and guidance
  • Developed and maintained courteous and
    effective working relationships.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working
    efficiently and productively with all team
    members.

Education

No Degree -  · Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting  · Personal S

STC-SA - Cape Town
CAPE TOWN
03.2024 - 04.2025

No Degree - GRADE 11

Smart Learners Academy-Impaq
Brackenfell, South Africa
01.2020 - 12.2020

Skills

Multitasking efficiency

Timeline

BAR SERVER

Royal Carribean
10.2024 - 03.2025

No Degree -  · Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting  · Personal S

STC-SA - Cape Town
03.2024 - 04.2025

Bartender

Marriot Marques City Centre Hotel, Doha
06.2023 - 11.2023

Bartender /Server

Mozambiek Restaurant
03.2023 - 06.2023

Bartender

London Town Pub, Parow
02.2023 - 03.2023

Bar Lady /Server Assistant

The Barrel Mountain View Farm
08.2022 - 02.2023

BARTENDER/SERVER

Sportsfan
03.2022 - 05.2022

BARLADY

Meraki
12.2021 - 02.2022

Bartender

Metonome Events
11.2021 - 12.2021

Bartender

De Palm
09.2021 - 11.2021

Bartender

Noordblinder
07.2021 - 09.2021

No Degree - GRADE 11

Smart Learners Academy-Impaq
01.2020 - 12.2020
KAYLA BURGERBARTENDER/SERVER