ANDRES ALATORRE
Desert Hot Springs,CA
Summary
Customer Service Oriented Bartender experienced in delivering exceptional food and beverage service. Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication and attention to detail, while ensuring cleanliness and organization of bar area. Focused on creating a welcoming atmosphere and supporting operational efficiency during peak service times.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta
Palm Desert, California
03.2026 - Current
- Prepared cocktails, beer, and wine for Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta guests
- Checked guest identification before serving alcohol at Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta
- Maintained a clean bar area and sanitized service tools to ensure safe and enjoyable guest experiences
- Restocked liquor, mixers, glassware, and garnishes to support uninterrupted bar operations
- Welcomed customers warmly at the bar entrance, enhancing overall customer satisfaction and experience.
- Communicated specials and menu items to support bartender service
Production/Warehouse-Shipping
Palm Springs Labels
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Executed tasks per order specifications, ensuring timely fulfillment. Operated equipment, packaged and shipped products daily, and managed stock receipt and organization in warehouse. Maintained cleanliness and organization in work areas, ensuring adequate supplies were available.
- Performed daily operational tasks with precision and speed.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Driver and Front Counter Manager
Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta
01.2020 - 04.2024
- July 2015- January 2020 Provided delivery services for customer orders
- Facilitated staff training sessions to improve service skills to enhance service quality and efficiency
- Assisted customers with catering orders, ensuring timely preparation and delivery
- Managed scheduling and labor to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours
- Trained and developed staff
- Ensured adequate food supplies for lunch and dinner
- Ensured team delivered excellent customer service and accurate orders, fostering increased customer satisfaction and upselling success
- Maintained clean work areas
Seasonal Server/Bartender
Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Mixed and served cocktails, beer, and wine to ensure customer satisfaction
- Provided outstanding service to enhance guest satisfaction
- Welcomed guests and captured precise orders to enhance dining experience
- Explain the menu and share daily specials
- Suggested appetizers and desserts to maximize check size and improve guest enjoyment
- Performed opening and closing tasks for dining station
- Balanced cash and credit transactions at end of shift
- Organized and maintained shift paperwork in order
Logistics Team Member-Logistics Team Lead
Target
La Quinta, CA
09.2005 - 04.2018
- Supervise a stocking team of over 20 members.
- Receive daily shipments, directing the team to unload and stock freight safely and efficiently.
- Unload the trailer and organize merchandise in the stockroom.
- Operated power equipment and ladders for various tasks.
- Prioritize tasks according to previous day's sales figures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Create team schedules, assist with inventory preparations, and provide recognition and coaching to team members.
- Maintained tidy work areas and organized the receiving area for improved workflow.
- Assist customers on the sales floor while maintaining your designated areas.
- Developed weekly schedules for team members to ensure adequate coverage and efficient operations., assist with inventory preparations, and provide recognition and coaching to team members.
- Collaborated with department leads to present products effectively on the sales floor, enhancing customer engagement.
Crew Member-Shift Manager
Little Ceasars
Indio, CA
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Supervised Little Caesars crew during shift operations and daily task assignments.
- Supervised crew during shift operations, ensuring efficient task assignments and smooth workflow.
- Prepared dough, toppings, and pizza orders to uphold Little Caesars quality standards and customer satisfaction.
- Trained crew members on service protocols, food safety practices, and station procedures to enhance team effectiveness.
Education
Bartender Certificate -
American Bartending School
Palm Desert, CADiploma -
Indio High School
Indio, CASkills
- Bartending
- Cocktail mixing
- Beer service
- Wine service
- Liquor restocking
- ID verification
- Familiarity with POS Systems
- Cash Handling
- Food and Beverage Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Attention to detail
- Customer Service
- Verbal Communication
- Adaptability
- Recall techniques
- Liquor restocking
- Classic cocktails
Personal Information
Title: SERVER-BARTENDER
Timeline
Bartender
Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta
03.2026 - Current
Production/Warehouse-Shipping
Palm Springs Labels
06.2024 - 11.2025
Seasonal Server/Bartender
Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta
01.2022 - 01.2024
Driver and Front Counter Manager
Papa Dans Pizza and Pasta
01.2020 - 04.2024
Crew Member-Shift Manager
Little Ceasars
01.2013 - 01.2015
Logistics Team Member-Logistics Team Lead
Target
09.2005 - 04.2018
Bartender Certificate -
American Bartending School
Diploma -
Indio High School