Angel Vargas
Stamford,CT
Summary
Motivated hospitality professional with extensive experience in fast-paced restaurant environments. Bilingual in English and Spanish, skilled in crafting unique cocktails and managing bar inventory to enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Head Barback
Brass&Bone
Norwalk, Connecticut
2026.04 - 2026.08
- Crafted unique cocktails that enhanced guest satisfaction and overall experience at Brass & Bone.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to elevate guest experiences.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of bar area during peak hours to support efficient service.
- Oversaw bar inventory management by tracking stock levels and coordinating restocking efforts., ensuring timely restocking of supplies.
- Processed transactions accurately at cash register and point of sale system, ensuring smooth customer interactions.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues through effective communication.
Server
Quartiere
Stamford, Connecticut
2026.03 - 2026.07
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Recommended food and beverage pairings, enhancing guest satisfaction and dining experience.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Trained new servers on service standards, contributing to consistent service quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Executed opening and closing procedures to ensure efficient restaurant operations, including setting up dining area and restocking supplies.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies and special requests.
Barback
Mercantile at GrayBarns
Norwalk, USA
2024.05 - 2026.03
- Prepared drinks following recipes and bartender specifications.
- Assisted bartenders by preparing garnishes, restocking liquor, and organizing bar for efficient service.
- Maintained bar inventory and ensured timely restocking of supplies to support uninterrupted service.
- Cleaned and polished glassware to maintain sanitized and professional beverage presentation.
- Adhered to safety and sanitation standards to promote a clean and compliant high-volume environment.
Food Runner / Back Server
Tavern at GrayBarns
Norwalk, USA
2023.08 - 2026.03
- Delivered food accurately while confirming table and seat numbers.
- Communicated with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
- Reset and bused tables efficiently to minimize turnover time for new reservations.
- Upheld food safety and cleanliness standards, contributing to a safe dining environment.
- Assisted chefs in garnishing and preparing dishes, ensuring presentation quality before service.
Retail Associate
Vans
Stamford, USA
2022.06 - 2022.10
- Guided customers through purchases and provided informed product insights to enhance shopping experience.
- Provided excellent customer service and product recommendations.
- Organized merchandise displays and maintained sales floor presentation to attract and engage customers.
- Monitored stock levels to support inventory management and ensure product availability for customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Academy of Information Technology & Engineering
Stamford, CTInformation Technology Coursework -
Norwalk Community College
Skills
- Cocktail crafting
- Bar inventory management
- POS Systems
- Food Safety & Cleanliness
- Stock Management
- Restaurant operations
- Customer Service
- Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
- Team Collaboration
- Problem solving
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Timeline
Bartender/Head Barback
Brass&Bone
2026.04 - 2026.08
Server
Quartiere
2026.03 - 2026.07
Barback
Mercantile at GrayBarns
2024.05 - 2026.03
Food Runner / Back Server
Tavern at GrayBarns
2023.08 - 2026.03
Retail Associate
Vans
2022.06 - 2022.10
High School Diploma -
Academy of Information Technology & Engineering
Information Technology Coursework -
Norwalk Community College