Neeshay Finch
East Chicago
Summary
Motivated, service-oriented Bartender with several years of high-volume restaurant experience. Extensive wine, beer, and cocktail knowledge. Creative with developing new mixology recipes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender
Windy City Social
Munster
05.2026 - Current
- Prepared and served a variety of wine and craft cocktails.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area throughout shifts.
- Engaged with customers to enhance their tasting experience.
Bartender
Cooper’s Hawk Winery
Schererville
04.2023 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area throughout shifts.
- Engaged with customers to enhance their tasting experience.
- Trained new bartenders on menu offerings and service standards.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments efficiently.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
Merrillville
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed guest orders and ensured accuracy throughout the dining experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food and beverage service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
Education
Associate of Science -
Indiana University
Gary, IN 08.2025 - 06.2026
Hammond High School
Hammond, INSkills
- Beverage preparation
- Cash and credit transactions
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Outstanding customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Clear and effective communication
- Verbal communication
- Training and development
Timeline
Bartender
Windy City Social
05.2026 - Current
Associate of Science -
Indiana University
08.2025 - 06.2026
Bartender
Cooper’s Hawk Winery
04.2023 - Current
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
09.2021 - 04.2023
Hammond High School