Shane Burton
Grace Farm, St. John’s ,Antigua and Barbuda
Summary
Resourceful Bartender known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in mixology, customer service, and inventory management. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operations and positive guest experiences.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Five Senses Antigua
English Harbour, Antigua
11.2024 - Current
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Bartender
Timmy Time Cocktails
Queen Elizabeth Highway, St. John's , Antigua
09.2021 - Current
- Accurately preparing and serving a variety of beverages.
- Providing a bar experience like no other at the establishment and at events in Antigua.
- Recommending and tailoring drink to specific audiences and different atmosphere.
Bartender
Like a Latte
West Indies Road, St. John's Antigua
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Organize and oversee bar inventory to keep stock of products and ensure the efficient running of the bar.
- Developed signature cocktails to not only improve profits, but also help in the brand marketing of the bar.
Bartender
Nomad Restaurant & Bar
McKinnons, St. John’s , Antigua
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Updated drink menu with creative cocktails, contemporary wines and craft beers.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Bartender
Royalton Resort & Spa (Marriott)
Deep Bay, St. John’s , Antigua
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
Waiter
Siboney Beach Club
Dickenson Bay, St. John’s , Antigua
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Waiter/Bartender
The Verandah Resort & Spa
Willikies, St. Phillip’s, Antigua
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Bartender
Four Seasons Resort And Residences
West End, Marigot, Anguilla
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Welcoming customers, reading and listening to people to determine beverage preferences, making recommendations, and taking drink orders.
- Planning drink menus and informing customers about new beverages and specials.
- Selecting and mixing ingredients, garnishing glasses, and serving beverages to customers.
Beach & Pool Bartender
Zemi Beach Resort & Spa
Shoal Bay, East End, Anguilla
12.2015 - 04.2017
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Physical Education Teacher
Alwyn Allison Primary
West End, Marigot, Anguilla
01.2011 - 06.2015
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports and safety.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Managed and maintained school equipment and facility grounds.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Christian Faith Academy Secondary
Golden Grove, St. John’s, Antigua06.2008
Skills
- Memory
- Flexibility & Adaptability
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Professionalism & Leadership Values
- Mixology & Preparation
- Stamina & Composure
- Efficiency & Consistency
References
Mr. Keyon Charles
Job Coach & Recruiter - Self Employed
Former Restaurant Supervisor - Nomad Restaurant
+1(268)775-0184
Ms. Nesse Holder
ER Physician - Clara Maas Medical Center
+1(862)202-3810
Timeline
Bartender
Five Senses Antigua
11.2024 - Current
Bartender
Like a Latte
06.2022 - 03.2023
Bartender
Timmy Time Cocktails
09.2021 - Current
Bartender
Nomad Restaurant & Bar
02.2021 - 09.2021
Bartender
Royalton Resort & Spa (Marriott)
01.2020 - 04.2020
Waiter
Siboney Beach Club
07.2019 - 01.2020
Waiter/Bartender
The Verandah Resort & Spa
01.2019 - 07.2019
Bartender
Four Seasons Resort And Residences
04.2018 - 07.2018
Beach & Pool Bartender
Zemi Beach Resort & Spa
12.2015 - 04.2017
Physical Education Teacher
Alwyn Allison Primary
01.2011 - 06.2015
High School Diploma - General Studies
Christian Faith Academy Secondary
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