Nic Star
@nicstar
Experienced bartender and server delivering exceptional customer service and sales.
What I'm looking for
I’m a customer-focused bartender/server with a strong sales mindset, built on years of full-service table work, bar service, and high-volume environments. I’m motivated by providing “quality support and service” to both clients and my team.
I consistently drive top performance through “Master of Sales,” “Strong team player” energy, and “exceptional customer service.” At Sorellas, I received the most online compliments in the entire history of the company in one year and earned “Highest PPA,” including results like “two entrees per person on many occasions.”
Beyond food and beverage, I bring operational discipline from head-of-house leadership and people development. I’ve handled “night club operations and management” including customer service, scheduling, inventory, and reports, and I’m “Dependable for team growth communications, sales, profits as well as cost control managements,” while supervising for over 300 guests and training new bartenders.
I also bring a creative, teaching background through work as a Drama Instructor, where I assumed full teaching responsibility and developed weekly lesson plans using scene study, character development, improvisation, and hands-on sensory activities. Whether serving, selling, or teaching, I bring “never met a stranger kind of attitude,” quick adaptability, and a memorable guest experience.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Car buyer/Seller
Chiulli n Sons
Jan 2015 - Present (11 years 6 months)
Buy and sell vehicles, including competitive auction buying, while providing detailed personal service. Matches cars with the right buyer and uses solid up-sell techniques as part of a team-oriented sales approach.
Server
Sorellas
May 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Provided server support in a fast-paced Italian food restaurant, managing large table sections and writing in-depth item descriptions. Drove high sales, including the most online compliments company-wide in one year and strong PPA performance.
Bartender / Server
Peppercorns Grill
Jan 2012 - Jan 2015 (3 years)
Handled full-service table assignments around the bar, including alcohol service and extensive wine selection. Delivered quick, friendly, memorable service with high PPA results.
Server
Rainforest Cafe
Jan 2009 - Jan 2012 (3 years)
Served guests while driving suggestive selling to achieve top sales performance. Earned number one status for safari club membership sales and anticipated guest needs to deliver memorable experiences.
Drama Instructor
Artist Collective, Arts Conservatory
Jan 2007 - Jan 2009 (2 years)
Taught drama to students across ages 8 to 25+, assuming full responsibility for instructional delivery. Planned weekly lesson activities focused on scene study, character development, and improvisation using guided imagery and process drama techniques.
Bartender
Club Blue
Jan 2006 - Jan 2008 (2 years)
Provided quality customer service in a fast-paced bar environment while supporting sales activities. Mixed drinks, trained new bartenders, maintained sanitation standards, and managed multitasking during service.
Head-Bartender
Jan's Gentlemen's Nite Club
Jan 2004 - Jan 2006 (2 years)
Managed nightclub bar operations and day-to-day service, including customer service, scheduling, inventory, and reporting. Coordinated operations for 300+ guests, supported cost control, and trained bartenders with responsibility for 16+ employees.
Bartender
Jimmy's Uptown
Jan 2002 - Jan 2004 (2 years)
Bartended for high-profile events, performing opening/closing duties and preparing mixed drinks. Managed inventory and provided service during events and busy service periods.
Bartender
Babalu's Restaurant and Nightclub
Jan 2002 - Jan 2002 (0 months)
Prepared specialty drinks by combining ingredients and supported upselling during restaurant and club service. Produced high PPA performance, including $3,000 nightly during club hours.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The New York Real Estate Institute Inc.
Real estate program, Real Estate
2006 -
Completed education at The New York Real Estate Institute Inc. in 2006.
The New York Real Estate Institute Inc.
Real Estate, Real Estate
2006 -
Completed education at The New York Real Estate Institute Inc.
The Authentic Bartending School of New York
Bartender (TIPS certified), Bartending
2002 -
Completed bartending training at The Authentic Bartending School of New York. Earned TIPS certification and worked as a bartender.
The Authentic Bartending school of New York
TIPS certification, Bartending
2002 -
Bartending training from The Authentic Bartending School of New York; TIPS certified.
The American Musical and Dramatic Academy
Acting for Theatre, Film and Television, Acting
2002 -
Studied acting for theatre, film, and television at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy.
The American Musical and Dramatic Academy, N.Y.C
Acting for Theatre, Film and Television, Performing Arts (Acting)
2002 -
Studied Acting for Theatre, Film and Television at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC in 2002.
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