Darren Gillespie
Ballyshannon,County Donegal
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in customer engagement and money handling, complemented by a positive attitude and composure under pressure. Demonstrates exceptional patience endurance and resourcefulness, ensuring effective problem-solving in challenging situations. Committed to leveraging these skills to enhance customer satisfaction and drive business success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Bartender
The Chasin' Bull
Bundoran, County Donegal
2016.03 - 2025.10
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
- Demonstrated knowledge of drink recipes for improved customer experience.
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Checked identification of customers to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
- Developed rapport with regular patrons fostering a loyal customer base.
- Set up bar area daily with clean furniture, supplies and beverage stock for typical bar demands.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
Bartender
The Holyrood Hotel
Bundoran, County Donegal
2014.07 - 2016.03
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
- Developed rapport with regular patrons fostering a loyal customer base.
- Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset bar for next day.
- Supported serving staff with fast, accurate beverage preparation.
- Tapped and attached new kegs, avoiding disruptions in supply for patrons.
Kitchen porter
Saimer Cafe
Ballyshannon, County Donegal
2008.05 - 2009.08
- Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
- Ensured smooth running of the kitchen by efficiently managing waste disposal tasks.
- Removed rubbish, kept bin area clean and orderly.
- Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.
- Consistently adhered to food hygiene regulations whilst dealing with food waste.
- Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
Education
Irish Surfing Level 1 Instructor - Surfing
Irish Surfing
Bundoran, County Donegal 2018.09 - 2019.03
Leaving Certificate -
Colaiste Cholmcille
Ballyshannon, County Donegal 2002.09 - 2008.06
Skills
- Patience endurance
- Customer engagement
- Money handling
- Positive attitude
- Composure under pressure
- Resourcefulness
Affiliations
- Rugby
- Surfing
- Video Games
Accomplishments
Ballyshannon Rugby Senior men's Captain 2017 - present
Timeline
Irish Surfing Level 1 Instructor - Surfing
Irish Surfing
2018.09 - 2019.03
Bartender
The Chasin' Bull
2016.03 - 2025.10
Bartender
The Holyrood Hotel
2014.07 - 2016.03
Kitchen porter
Saimer Cafe
2008.05 - 2009.08
Leaving Certificate -
Colaiste Cholmcille
2002.09 - 2008.06