Jason Llanuza
Chicago,IL
Summary
Hardworking passionate professional successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude & upbeat demeanor. Proud & dedicated career built on hospitality, animal care & music. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges with a commitment to team work and client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender & Server
Lyric Opera, Chicago & Calihan Catering
Chicago, IL
01.2016 - Current
- Operate efficiently in high-volume settings
- Consult with managers to organize special events.
- Manage bar inventory, restock supplies and place orders for spirits, beer, wine and mixers.
Veterinary Assistant
Park Animal Hospital
Elmwood Park, IL
04.2019 - 03.2022
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels.
- Positioned animals for x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Processed new patients and updated client records.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment.
- Assisted veterinarian during surgeries & exams.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
Retail Store Associate
Lagunitas Brewing Company
Chicago, IL
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise.
- Contributed to design and setup of merchandise displays promoting key products, creating aesthetically pleasing arrangements to attract customer attention. Balanced and organized cash register.
- Restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
- Provided professional telephone customer service pertaining to orders, promotions, store operations & supported loss prevention.
Bartender & Trainer
Punch Bowl Social
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation
General Manager
Spike Mendelsohn’s Good Stuff Eatery
Chicago, IL
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Hired and trained staff, managed food & labor costs. Established relationships with hotel concierges, tourist agencies and clientele.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
Assistant General Manager & Music Booking Manager
Lincoln Square Lanes
Chicago, IL
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Hired and trained staff of all positions including Service, bartenders, bar backs, hosts, security, sound engineers and technicians
- Operated all social media, marketing & promotions - Handled all music bookings while creating and implementing new contracts and concert procedures. Created party packages & executed private events.
- Directed & developed front of the house floor, music stage and kitchen renovations & upgrades
- Booked, coordinated and ran over 150 successful music concerts.
Education
Business -
College of DuPage & Elgin Community College, Bartlett High School
Glen Ellyn, ILTimeline
Veterinary Assistant
Park Animal Hospital
04.2019 - 03.2022
Retail Store Associate
Lagunitas Brewing Company
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bartender & Trainer
Punch Bowl Social
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bartender & Server
Lyric Opera, Chicago & Calihan Catering
01.2016 - Current
General Manager
Spike Mendelsohn’s Good Stuff Eatery
01.2015 - 01.2016
Assistant General Manager & Music Booking Manager
Lincoln Square Lanes
01.2012 - 01.2014
Business -
College of DuPage & Elgin Community College, Bartlett High School