I have 20+ years of experience and have found that my future in hospitality is secured in my career goals, my heart, soul and mind. I love bartending and all else hospitality related from casual to five star service. I am looking for an employer who seeks valuable application for my love of hospitality and passion for opportunity.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Midfield Concessions
Denver, CO
11.2020 - Current
Operated efficiently in high-volume setting to prepare and serve more than 75 drinks per hour.
Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Bartender
State House 48
Denver, CO
11.2020 - 11.2021
Developed drink menu with creative cocktails, contemporary wines and craft beers.
Implemented drink prep procedures that significantly reduced wasted stock.
Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
Trained 10+ new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
Server
The Hubbell House
Mantorville, MN
08.2019 - 11.2020
Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet guests needs.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Server/Bartender
Benedicts
Rochester, MN
06.2019 - 11.2020
Cultivated warm relationships with regular guests.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
Bartender
STRIKERS
Stewartville, MN
09.2018 - 11.2020
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Managed cash and bar revenue during special promotions or sporting events.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Rochester, Mn. Phoenix, Az. Victorville, Ca, MN
02.2001 - 06.2019
Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
Created balanced shift schedules to keep bar reasonably staffed during peak periods and maximize earnings for bartenders.
Trained 30+ new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.