Amy Kehoe
Larkspur
Summary
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. I am proficient with systems and have extensive corporate hospitality experience with 25 years in the industry.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Bartender
Prime 25
05.2024 - Current
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Efficient both in the well and on the bar serving guest needs and team needs.
Bartender
The Famous Castle Rock
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Managed and served both bar and tables to guest expectations and management expectations
Head Bartender
IC Brewhouse
02.2021 - 07.2023
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Developed specialty drinks to work with menu changes, sustaining customer interest and solid bar revenue.
Lead Bartender
Parker Garage
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Worked and designed Whiskey menu for special events
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL06-2000
Skills
- Proficient in handling multiple tasks
- Health code enforcement knowledge
- Financial oversight
- Knowledgeable in beverage crafting
- Certified in TIPS program
Certification
TIPS Certificaiton
US Coast Guard- 7 years Honorable Discharge
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Prime 25
05.2024 - Current
Bartender
The Famous Castle Rock
07.2023 - 03.2024
Head Bartender
IC Brewhouse
02.2021 - 07.2023
Lead Bartender
Parker Garage
03.2018 - 02.2021
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
St. Petersburg College