Aaron Abarca
San Jacinto,CA
Summary
Friendly professional experienced in high-volume environments and knowledgeable about different drink options. Versed in safe drink service and applicable laws. Dependable worker with flexible schedule and attention to detail. Talented in re-imagining classic cocktails and providing new culinary spin on drinks. Expertise in health and safety standards as well as bar maintenance. Dedicated to providing a memorable and safe experience for all guests.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Soboba Casino Resort
San Jacinto
07.2021 - Current
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Monitored bar inventory and promptly restocked low items before depletion.
- Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Maintained safety and sanitation standards with firm enforcement amongst bar staff.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Barback
Soboba Casino Resort
San Jacinto, CA
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Assisted with opening and closing procedures, including cleaning and restocking.
- Followed safety protocols such as properly storing equipment away after use.
- Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
- Assisted with training new barback staff, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute special events and promotions.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Line Cook
Soboba Casino Resort
San Jacinto, CA
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Adhered to portion controls and presentation specifications.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
- Verified kitchen staff followed all recipes and portion serving guidelines correctly.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santa Rosa Academy
Menifee, CA07-2024
Skills
- Safe service compliance
- Mixology
- Bar restocking
- Health codes compliance
- Bar equipment use
- Craft cocktail preparation
- Cocktail list development
- New hire training
- Alcohol awareness
- Bar service preparation
- Strong multitasking
- ABC standards
- Recipe and menu memorization
Certification
- ABC Certified
- Bar Smarts Bar Starts Certified
- TIPS Certified
- Food and Beverage Handlers Card (Riverside County)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Bartender
Soboba Casino Resort
07.2021 - Current
Barback
Soboba Casino Resort
01.2021 - 07.2021
Line Cook
Soboba Casino Resort
12.2018 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Santa Rosa Academy