Abner Avelar-Vega
Houston,TX
Summary
A Bartender with experience in mid to large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Bartender
Red River Cantina
04.2023 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Developed a strong rapport with patrons, resulting in repeat business and increased loyalty.
- Managed inventory efficiently, reducing waste and maintaining optimal stock levels for peak periods.
- Trained new bartenders on drink recipes, mixing techniques, and customer service skills to enhance overall performance.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Bartender
Uncle Julios
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Trained 5 new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Bartender/Server Shift Leader
Tallers Tavern
10.2022 - 02.2023
Server Shift Leader
Uncle Julios
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate restaurant goals such as upselling certain items, addressing product availability issues and other communication concerns.
- Suggested menu and service policy changes based on feedback from managed waitstaff and observed customer tendencies.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Handled table service and other dining room tasks to address shortfalls due to unexpected absences or unusual service volumes.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
Camera Operator
Katy Independent School District
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
- Operated Jumbotron cameras during live production.
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
Education
No Degree - Geographic Information Systems
University of Houston
Houston, TXAssociate of Applied Science - Geographic Information Systems
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12.2024
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Team building
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Head Bartender
Red River Cantina
04.2023 - Current
Bartender/Server Shift Leader
Tallers Tavern
10.2022 - 02.2023
Bartender
Uncle Julios
07.2020 - 08.2023
Server Shift Leader
Uncle Julios
02.2019 - 03.2020
Camera Operator
Katy Independent School District
07.2018 - 03.2019
No Degree - Geographic Information Systems
University of Houston
Associate of Applied Science - Geographic Information Systems
Houston Community College
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