James Smith

Experience

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  Wells Fargo

  Nov 2000 - Dec 2013

  Trust Administrator

  Oversaw administration of trust accounts for philanthropic division; including private foundations, charitable remainder trusts and gift annuities*Monitored and analyzed all qualifying distributions to ensure all required distributions for grant and scholarship programs are disbursed on schedule*Coordinated with attorneys, accountants and beneficiaries regarding distribution of trusts.*Managed incoming calls from clients and team members; provided support to trust admin team. Show less

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  24 carrots catering & events

  Sept 2008 - Nov 2014

  Bartender

  Event lead, food server or bartender for wedding receptions, corporate events and dinner parties at client homes and various Orange County venues *Load-in/load-out industrial kitchen equipment, party furniture, flatware, glassware at venues *Drive 16’ or 22’ box trucks to transport event cargo to and from kitchen/warehouse *Set-up function space for plated or buffet meals and cocktail receptions *Set-up bars with appropriate glassware, liquor, mixers and garnishes *Assign tasks to staff and schedule breaks *Serve banquet meals in the order and to the expectation of the client and guests *Mix and serve cocktails and specialty drinks to event guests *Process payments for cocktails at cash bars Show less

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  TGIS Catering Services, Inc.

  Nov 2014 - Dec 2016

  Lead Server

  Event lead, food server or bartender for wedding receptions, corporate events and dinner parties at client homes and various Long Beach venues *Load-in/load-out industrial kitchen equipment, party furniture, flatware, glassware at venues *Drive 16’ or 22’ box trucks to transport event cargo to and from kitchen/warehouse *Set-up function space for plated or buffet meals and cocktail receptions *Set-up bars with appropriate glassware, liquor, mixers and garnishes *Assign tasks to staff and schedule breaks *Serve banquet meals in the order and to the expectation of the client and guests *Mix and serve cocktails and specialty drinks to event guests *Process payments for cocktails at cash bars Show less

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  Honda Center

  Sept 2015 - Oct 2016

  Bartender

  Bartender for premium, members-only lounge; Shock Top Terrace*Set-up, maintain, and break-down the bar every to ensure health/sanitation standards are met*Accurately mix standard cocktail recipes while multi-tasking in a fast paced environment*Maintain full knowledge of food and beverage menu items and accompaniments*Conduct accurate inventory during each shift*Adhere to all cash handling standards*Support any other Food & Beverage departments as needed*Maintain and ensure excellent customer service Show less

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  Station Casino

  Dec 2016 - now

  Banquet Server

  ⦁ Read and understand BEO regarding menu items, event timeline, rental equipment, etc.⦁ Prepare banquet facilities by setting up china, glassware and place settings and center pieces⦁ Ensure proper room set-up, including initial set-up, course change and breakdown ⦁ Provide food and beverage service to guests according to established standards and procedures ⦁ Carry service tray (minimum 8 entrée plates) in order to deliver and serve food and beverages to table⦁ Work with kitchen staff to coordinate and collect orders efficiently⦁ Adhere to policies and procedures and health and liquor laws⦁ Adhere to banquet department policies⦁ Take all steps to ensure guest satisfaction⦁ Ensure proper clearing/cleaning of room and the return of all equipment to the proper area ⦁ Comply with all company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, emergencies and energy⦁ Report to work on time and in complete uniform⦁ Provide coverage at sister properties, including Green Valley Ranch Resort and Texas Station Show less

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  Stratosphere Tower and Casino

  Feb 2017 - now

  Banquet Bartender/Server

  ⦁ Set-up bars with appropriate glassware, liquor, mixers and garnishes⦁ Mix and serve cocktails and specialty drinks to event guests⦁ Process payments at cash bars.⦁ Prepare banquet facilities by setting up china, glassware and place settings and center pieces.⦁ Carry service tray in order to deliver and serve food and beverages to table.⦁ Take all steps to ensure guest satisfaction⦁ Ensure proper clearing/cleaning of room and the return of all equipment to the proper area ⦁ Comply with all company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, emergencies and energy⦁ Report to work on time and in complete uniform Show less

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  The Mirage

  Jul 2017 - now

  Banquet Server
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  MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Las Vegas

  Nov 2017 - now

  Banquet Server