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Devon Tyler Barber

Operations & Service  ·  Trades & Field Work  ·  Evidence Systems
Atlantic City, NJ  |  (609) 862-8808  |  work@devon-tyler.com  |  devon-tyler.com/resume

Operations and trades professional with 10+ years across hospitality, field work, and independent contracting. Experienced in high-volume service, floor leadership, and client-facing execution. NJ Casino Employee licensed, TIPS certified, and POS-proficient.


Server  — Hard Rock Cafe 03/2024 – 05/2025
Atlantic City, NJ
  • Maintained pacing and accuracy through peak casino-floor volume in a music-driven, high-traffic concept
  • Recovered guest concerns on the spot to protect brand and drive repeat visits
Server  — P.F. Chang's 07/2022 – 08/2023
Atlantic City, NJ
  • Delivered upscale Asian-fusion service with strong timing, menu mastery, and detail orientation
  • Maintained POS accuracy and supported sales through confident upselling
Server Assistant  — Fine-Dining Service
The Palm 08/2021 – 06/2022
Atlantic City, NJ
  • Tableside lobster presentation for VIP guests; white-glove standards every cover
Old Homestead Steakhouse 06/2017 – 09/2018
Atlantic City, NJ
  • Premier AC steakhouse; precision plating and service support in a high-expectation dining room
Tiler & Lead Crew Member  — Joe's Painting & Renovations 09/2017 – 07/2022
Galloway / Somers Point, NJ
  • Promoted to lead crew member; ran residential and commercial job sites independently — tile, drywall, painting, surface prep, and finish work
Server  — LandShark Bar & Grill 06/2017 – 09/2018
Atlantic City, NJ
  • High-volume beach bar — managed 15+ tables on busy boardwalk shifts; full section ownership and fast-paced floor execution
Bus Person → Server  — Gourmet Italian Cuisine 05/2014 – 06/2017
Galloway, NJ
  • Promoted from bus person to server; built foundational POS, section management, and peak-hour service skills
Independent Contractor — Trade & Field Work  — Tillerstead LLC / Thumbtack Pro 2019 – Nov 2025
Galloway / Atlantic City, NJ
  • Bathroom remodels, tiling, drywall, repairs, and finish work for residential clients
  • Managed client communication, job scoping, and on-site execution independently
Cedar Creek High School
HS Diploma — Engineering Magnet Program
Egg Harbor City, NJ  ·  Class of 2016

High-volume casino & fine-dining service (fast-paced, high-ticket floors) Leader on Duty / shift execution & floor coordination Guest experience, service recovery & VIP handling Team training, onboarding & conflict de-escalation POS systems, cash handling & check accuracy Upscale dining standards & detail-focused execution


Value Proposition 10+ years across casino floors, upscale dining, and floor leadership with consistent execution under pressure. Trusted in regulated gaming environments, promoted into leadership responsibility, and known for protecting guest experience while maintaining speed, accuracy, and check integrity.
★★★★★ Verified Thumbtack Review (Jul 2025) — “Professional, punctual, and detail-oriented… completed the job on time without cutting corners. It’s rare to find someone who truly takes pride in their work.”