Melanie Bloomfield
Seaford
Summary
Dynamic Bartender Shift Manager at Jailhouse Brewery with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills. Successfully developed innovative cocktail menus that boosted sales and enhanced guest engagement. Proven ability to manage high-volume operations while ensuring compliance with food safety practices and maintaining optimal inventory levels.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender Shift Manager
Jailhouse Brewery
Seaford, DE
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervised bar operations, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff on beverage preparation and customer service techniques.
- Managed inventory levels, facilitating timely ordering of supplies to minimize shortages.
- Developed cocktail menu items that enhanced customer experience and increased sales.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
Bartender
Stones Bar and Grill
Harrington, DE
09.2023 - 11.2025
- Prepared and served a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies and restocking as needed.
- Engaged with customers to enhance their experience, providing recommendations based on preferences.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely service of food and drinks during peak hours.
- Developed cocktail recipes, experimenting with flavors to create unique offerings for patrons.
Bartender
Gordys Pub
Seaford, DE
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
Server
Applebee's Grill + Bar
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation techniques and customer service best practices.
- Monitored customer behavior, addressing any issues promptly to ensure a safe environment for all guests.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Bar Server
Green Turtle Bar And Grill
Washington, DC
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
Med Tech College
Washington, DC10.2015
High School Diploma -
Oxon Hill High School
Oxon Hill, MD06.1996
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Guest engagement
- Customer service
- High volume dining
- Food safety practices
- Point of sale operation
- Food and beverage pairings
- MixDrinks and beer knowledge
Certification
ABC
Safe serve
LLC
Timeline
Bartender Shift Manager
Jailhouse Brewery
08.2025 - 12.2025
Bartender
Stones Bar and Grill
09.2023 - 11.2025
Bartender
Gordys Pub
11.2017 - 12.2018
Bar Server
Green Turtle Bar And Grill
01.2014 - 03.2016
Server
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
Med Tech College
High School Diploma -
Oxon Hill High School