Cheryl Frazer
Clifton
Summary
Experienced bartender and kitchen manager with over 10 years in food service, 5 years in skilled bar operations, team leadership, and customer relations. Proven ability to improve operations and train staff, with strong people skills and a commitment to high standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
SCALLYWAGS
Grand Junction
03.2022 - Current
- Provided a pleasant drinking experience to customers by delivering prompt and friendly service.
- Served drinks while maintaining a clean and sanitary bar area at all times.
- Attended to the detail and presentation of each order to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Adhered to proper alcohol handling, sanitation, and safety procedures consistently.
- Ensured smooth operation of bar services during absence of supervisor.
- Prepared mixers, juices, cocktail garnishes, and replenished fruits as needed.
- Changed out beer kegs and replaced liquor bottles efficiently.
- Removed trash, wiped down drink spills, and refilled ice bins to maintain cleanliness.
Kitchen Manager
Scallywags Bar and Grill
Grand Junction
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed inventory and controlled labor costs to reach profit goals.
- Selected and developed standardized recipes to maintain consistent quality.
- Kept the building clean, neat, and free of pests by monitoring team duties and engaging maintenance specialists.
- Engaged dissatisfied customers using tactful approaches to resolve problems related to sales, products, and store operations.
- Managed inventory to keep enough product on-hand and implemented strategies to move nearly expired items.
- Received goods from suppliers, rotated products, and maintained safe storage practices to avoid spoilage.
- Operated and maintained all food preparation machines and equipment.
- Trained and mentored food service workers to achieve maximum team quality and efficiency.
- Interviewed job applicants, processed new hire paperwork, and provided on-the-job training.
- Supervised food service workers to keep kitchen moving and provide every customer with hot, fresh meals.
Cook
Carl's jr
Grand Junction
02.2015 - 08.2017
- Complied with portioning requirements to help keep costs low and minimize waste.
- Followed established recipes to prepare and cook menu items.
- Maintained and operated grills and deep fryers safely.
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare meal items for guests.
- Received orders at counter or from kiosks and conducted transactions with customers.
- Trained team members in grilling, frying, sauteing, and baking techniques.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment to comply with food safety regulations.
Bartender
Fosters Bar
Chama
07.2012 - 12.2014
- Managed bar inventory and ordered supplies to ensure stock availability.
- Provided exceptional customer service to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Provided excellent customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
Education
High School -
Fruita Monument High School
Fruita, COSkills
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Computer skills
- Upselling
- Cash handling
- Inventory management
- Bartending
- POS systems
- Customer service
Timeline
Bartender/Server
SCALLYWAGS
03.2022 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Scallywags Bar and Grill
10.2019 - 12.2021
Cook
Carl's jr
02.2015 - 08.2017
Bartender
Fosters Bar
07.2012 - 12.2014
High School -
Fruita Monument High School