Elijah Cohagan
Martinsburg
Summary
Experienced Lead Bartender with 5+ years in fast-paced restaurant service, known for customer service expertise, team communication, and strong multitasking. Brings leadership, workplace safety, and smooth coordination to support efficient, high-quality guest experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Martinsburg
12.2022 - Current
- Trained new bartenders on service standards and drink preparation.
- Mixed cocktails, beer, and wine following Applebee's drink recipes.
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting and serving guests in a friendly, positive manner.
- Coordinated with servers and kitchen staff on guest orders.
- Maintained clean bar areas and followed food safety rules.
- Managed cash register, payments, and closing cash count.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local regulations and safety standards for alcoholic beverages.
Barback
Saretto
Martinsburg
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Prepared ice wells, fruit trays, and backup ingredients for bartenders.
- Washed collected glassware to ensure cleanliness and readiness for service.
- Used POS system to ring up customers and open and close tabs.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping floors and disposing of trash.
- Engaged in continuous learning about new products and cocktail recipes.
Host/Busser
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant
Martinsburg
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Greeted guests with warm hospitality at Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant front entrance.
- Managed reservations and walk-in arrivals with clear communication.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding the menu, restaurant services, and special promotions.
- Developed long-term relationships with customers to increase opportunities for repeat business.
- Performed regular restroom checks to restock supplies and handle minor cleaning.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD10-2026
Skills
- Outgoing personality
- Highly reliable
- Complex Problem-solving
- Professional appearance
- Cleanliness standards
- Workplace safety
- Python programming
- Programming fundamentals
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
12.2022 - Current
Barback
Saretto
04.2020 - 11.2022
Host/Busser
Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant
01.2019 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Hagerstown Community College