Kristina Bowers
Columbia,SC
Summary
Professional bartender and server with extensive knowledge of spirits and wines, while engaging with customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Performs with integrity and consistently acts as a team player.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Hampton Street Vineyard
09.2025 - Current
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
Bartender
The Senate
12.2023 - Current
- Serve large crowds quickly and courteously, often under low-light or loud conditions.
- Prioritize speed without sacrificing service quality or accuracy.
- Manage customer interactions professionally, even when the environment is loud or chaotic.
- Set up bar stations before events (stocking, prepping garnishes, checking equipment).
- Break down and clean bar areas after closing, including inventory checks and restocking.
- Process cash and digital transactions quickly and accurately.
Bartender
The Joint On Main/ Ambrosia Taverna
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Drink Preparation & Service: Mix and serve a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including craft cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks, in a timely and professional manner. Engage with customers, take orders, and provide recommendations based on their preferences.
- Bar Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized bar area, including wiping down surfaces, washing glassware, and restocking supplies.
- Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels, placing orders as needed to ensure the availability of ingredients and supplies.
- Cash Handling: Manage cash and credit card transactions accurately, open and close cash registers and perform basic cash-out duties. Balance receipts and ensure proper documentation of sales.
Office Manager
Terratec, Inc.
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversee daily administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operations.
- Manage office supplies inventory and place orders as needed.
- Organize and maintain filing systems, both digital and physical.
- Act as a point of contact between employees and upper management.
- Assist with onboarding new employees and coordinating training sessions.
- Maintain office staff schedules and handle time-off requests.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, including room booking and catering.
- Assist with planning internal events, workshops, or company functions.
- Process invoices, expense reports, and petty cash.
- Assist with payroll coordination or timesheet collection.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, SCSkills
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Cocktail experience
- Bartending
- POS
- Serving
- Restaurant experience
- Bar restocking
- Mixology
- Inventory
- Craft cocktail preparation
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Hampton Street Vineyard
09.2025 - Current
Bartender
The Joint On Main/ Ambrosia Taverna
07.2024 - 09.2025
Bartender
The Senate
12.2023 - Current
Office Manager
Terratec, Inc.
03.2023 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) -
Midlands Technical College