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Work History
Education
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Kakalina Cornick

colorado springs

Summary

Reliable individual proudly offering 20 years of experience fostering repeat customers through consistent, professional service. Skilled in designing profitable drink menus, handling cash sales and managing bar inventory. Dedicated to creating inviting environment for both guests and staff.

Professional nurse with strong expertise in pediatric home health care. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and medication administration. Known for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to changing patient needs. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager

Uptown Bar And Grill
03.2025 - Current
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
  • Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Coordinated themed nights attracting different demographics expanding overall clientele.
  • Implemented cost control measures to maximize profit margins without compromising on quality or service levels.
  • Enhanced supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
  • Upgraded point of sale systems for faster order processing and billing, reducing wait times for customers.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.

Home Health Nurse

MGA
07.2017 - Current
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child''s unique needs.
  • Implemented creative approaches to engage children during medical procedures, minimizing anxiety and distress for both patients and families.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
  • Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
  • Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
  • Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.

Bartender

Purple Onion Bar & Grill
04.2024 - 09.2024
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Developed loyal clientele by engaging in friendly conversations and providing exceptional service.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.

Bartender Shift Manager

Club Seven
09.2012 - 06.2015
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Promoted a positive work atmosphere through clear communication, teamwork encouragement, and recognition of employee achievements.
  • Successfully resolved customer complaints, demonstrating strong conflict resolution skills and commitment to client satisfaction.
  • Established rapport with regular patrons through attentive service, fostering loyalty to the establishment.
  • Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank, and stocked service bar.
  • Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food, and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
  • Assisted in managing special events such as private parties or corporate functions, coordinating staff efforts for seamless execution.
  • Polished glassware, bussed tables, and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
  • Developed innovative drink recipes that became popular among patrons, boosting sales and enhancing the establishment''s reputation.

Education

No Degree - General Studies

Chaminade University
Honolulu, HI

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Staff training
  • Health and safety
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Mixology expertise
  • Vendor management
  • Menu development
  • Security oversight
  • Pediatric assessment
  • Home safety evaluation
  • Seizure management
  • Children's medical needs
  • Medical records technologies
  • Recording vital signs

Timeline

Bar Manager

Uptown Bar And Grill
03.2025 - Current

Bartender

Purple Onion Bar & Grill
04.2024 - 09.2024

Home Health Nurse

MGA
07.2017 - Current

Bartender Shift Manager

Club Seven
09.2012 - 06.2015

No Degree - General Studies

Chaminade University
Kakalina Cornick