Julie Deegan
Stanford
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive bartending experience at Waterhole Saloon, excelling in customer satisfaction and cash handling. Proven ability to enhance profitability through effective inventory management and relationship building. Skilled in policy enforcement and legal terminology, ensuring compliance while delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Clerk
Judith Basin County
Bartender
Waterhole Saloon
Stanford, MT
09.2025 - Current
- Mixed cocktails and served beverages in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area for optimal efficiency.
- Processed transactions accurately, ensuring prompt service during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service delivery and enhance customer experience.
- Implemented cost-control measures to reduce waste and improve profitability margins.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
Bartender
R Corp
Stanford, MT
08.2012 - 09.2025
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided beverage recommendations.
- Prepared garnishes and managed inventory of bar supplies effectively.
- Trained new staff on bartending techniques and safety protocols consistently.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
- Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
- Optimized beverage cost and waste management, regularly reviewing and adjusting pour sizes and inventory levels.
- Facilitated smooth workflow, coordinating with kitchen and floor staff to expedite orders.
- Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campbell County School
Gillette, WYAssociate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Great Falls, MSU
Great Falls, MT05-2012
Skills
- Filing systems
- Document preparation
- Policy enforcement
- Legal terminology
- Telephone etiquette
- Cash handling
- Prioritization
- Relationship building
- Customer satisfaction
- Mail processing
- Mail handling
- Processing mail
- Basic accounting
Timeline
Bartender
Waterhole Saloon
09.2025 - Current
Bartender
R Corp
08.2012 - 09.2025
Deputy Clerk
Judith Basin County
High School Diploma -
Campbell County School
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Great Falls, MSU