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Andrew Benassi

Cottonwood,AZ

Summary

Dynamic bartender with extensive experience at Mooney's Irish Pub, excelling in drink preparation and customer service. Proven ability to thrive in high-volume environments while maintaining attention to detail. Skilled in point-of-sale operations and cash handling, consistently delivering enjoyable experiences and training team members to enhance service quality.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Server / Bartender

Mainstage
Cottonwood, AZ
01.2021 - Current
  • Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
  • Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
  • Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
  • Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
  • Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.

Bartender

Mooney's Irish Pub
Sedona, AZ
01.2021 - Current
  • Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.

Bartender

Belfry Brewery
Cottonwood, AZ
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
  • Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
  • Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.

Bartender

Canyon Breeze Restaurant
Sedona, AZ
08.2017 - 06.2020
  • Bartended in a high-volume area.
  • Serving signature cocktails for the guests.
  • Stock the liquor room while helping servers in the front when it is busy.
  • P.O.S Cash Handling
  • Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.

Tasting Room Associate

Made in Arizona Wine & Gifts
Sedona, AZ
12.2015 - 10.2019
  • Processed customer orders quickly and accurately while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of wine and wine production processes.
  • Provided tasting samples in alignment with winery standards.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Performed cash register transactions accurately and efficiently.

Tasting Room Associate

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards
Cottonwood, AZ
11.2018 - 06.2019
  • Demonstrated advanced wine knowledge to assist guests with tasting choices.
  • Traveled to off-site events to offer wine tasting and bottle sales.
  • P.O.S. Cash Handling.
  • Stocking and rotating shelving.
  • Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mingus Union Highschool
Cottonwood, AZ
05-2013

Skills

  • Point-of-sale operation
  • Drink preparation
  • Customer service
  • Order processing
  • Cash handling
  • Menu knowledge
  • Safe serving knowledge
  • Licensed Food and Liquor
  • Lead training for other employees
  • Attention to detail
  • High volume dining

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Server / Bartender

Mainstage
01.2021 - Current

Bartender

Mooney's Irish Pub
01.2021 - Current

Bartender

Belfry Brewery
09.2020 - 05.2021

Tasting Room Associate

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards
11.2018 - 06.2019

Bartender

Canyon Breeze Restaurant
08.2017 - 06.2020

Tasting Room Associate

Made in Arizona Wine & Gifts
12.2015 - 10.2019

High School Diploma -

Mingus Union Highschool

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