Nikki Ormand
I've been in the service industry since I was sixteen, and I've been bartending since I turned 21. I'm dedicated to learning how to best manage bars, and create the most interesting, delicious, well-balanced cocktails.
Cincinnati, OH, USA
Work Experience
Bar Manager • Dear Restaurant & Butchery
December 2020 - Present
Created opening, closing, and weekly cleaning checklists, occasion-specific cocktail menus, and par sheets with expiration dates.
Provided fine dining hospitality while bartending for the entire restaurant, and managing other bartenders.
Created bottle layouts for two different bars.
Re-cost beer, liquor, and cocktails based on spreadsheets I made, and the ever-changing cost of spirits.
Manage ordering and inventory for produce, spirits, and beer.
Created training program (in-progress).
Created standard operating procedures for prep recipes.
Trained new bartenders.
Head Bartender • Wiseguy's Lounge
July 2019-December 2020
Created craft cocktails, direct customers on a bourbon/whiskey selection exceeding 300 bottles.
Opened new location as the head bartender.
Planned bottle layouts, placement of glassware, spirits, tools, and furniture.
Created standard operating procedures for garnishing cocktails, chipping block ice, etc.
Worked with the bar manager to create a training program.
Trained new bartenders.
Addressed problematic or intoxicated guests calmly, while creating and maintaining a safe, fun environment for guests.
Managed cash, and tip-tracking for the bar.
Managed inventory and ordering for produce, spirits, beer, and wine.
Met with liquor reps to establish report, and acquire new product.
Created schedule.
Education
Cincinnati State
Software Development
2018 - 2020
Skills
Languages
- Hospitality
- Time Management
- Desire To Learn
- English — Native or Bilingual
