Dawn Sadler
New Orleans
Summary
Experienced, professional, mature, reliable human looking for a full-time bartending or server job. Available 7 days a week. I have 20 years of experience in a fun variety of restaurants and bars and music venues.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
main seamer/machine operator for parachutes
Mills Manufacturing
Asheville
10.2019 - 10.2024
- Operated double needle sewing machine to sew main seams of T11 and T11R parachutes, ensuring high-quality production standards.
- Inspected finished goods to verify quality and consistency.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to uphold safety standards and promote efficient workflow.
Bartender
One Eyed Jacks
New Orleans
06.2005 - 08.2009
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Mixed and served a variety of cocktails and beverages for customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area during service shifts.
- Handled cash and credit card transactions accurately while processing payments for orders.
- Ensured accuracy of cash drawer balances after each shift at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
Bartender
Circle Bar
New Orleans
06.2005 - 04.2006
- Mixed and served cocktails and beverages, enhancing customer experience and satisfaction.
- Engaged with patrons to provide excellent customer service and recommendations.
- Welcomed customers warmly upon arrival, creating a friendly atmosphere. and provided excellent customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring a welcoming environment during service shifts.
- Processed cash transactions accurately, contributing to smooth and efficient service.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
Bartender
Redfish Grill
New Orleans
10.1998 - 04.2005
- Mixed and served diverse cocktails and beverages, enhancing customer experience.
- Quickly and efficiently processed orders from servers at service bar.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Engaged with patrons to provide excellent customer service and recommendations.
- Trained new bartenders on bar procedures and customer interaction standards.
- Managed inventory by restocking supplies.
- Processed cash transactions accurately, ensuring correct financial handling for orders.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
server, bartender
Commercial Taphouse
Richmond
10.1995 - 03.1998
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed accurate order taking and delivery for diverse menu items.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and service.
- Served high quality beers and cocktails
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Recreation, Parks And Tourism
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VASkills
- Beverage preparation
- Beverage inventory
- Cash handling
- Customer engagement
- Sanitation practices
- Customer relationship management
- Order accuracy
- Recipe and menu memorization
- Responsible alcohol service
- Safe service compliance
- Courteous
- Beer and wine recommendations
- ABC standards
- Food service
- Highly reliable
Accomplishments
- voted Best Bartender for Redfish Grill in 2003
References
- Jessica Nagel -bar manager-New Orleans-(917)723-0811
- Lefty Parker-bar manager, store owner-New Orleans-(504)470-4558
- Ryan Hesseling-bar owner, store owner, entrepreneur-New Orleans, Pensacola-(504)909-8819
Timeline
main seamer/machine operator for parachutes
Mills Manufacturing
10.2019 - 10.2024
Bartender
One Eyed Jacks
06.2005 - 08.2009
Bartender
Circle Bar
06.2005 - 04.2006
Bartender
Redfish Grill
10.1998 - 04.2005
server, bartender
Commercial Taphouse
10.1995 - 03.1998
Some College (No Degree) - Recreation, Parks And Tourism
Virginia Commonwealth University