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Antonio Zavaleta

Homestead,FL

Summary

Hardworking and dedicated Bartender passionate about serving guests well while exceeding expectations and maintaining poise and high standards in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in high volume establishments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Mamey
09.2023 - Current
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.

Bartender

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.

Bartender

Rusty Pelican
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.

Bartender

Casablanca Cigar Lounge
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Acquired knowledge in cigars and spirits.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

Bartender

American Airlines Arena
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • My responsibilities were to give excellent guest experience while working in a fast paced environment and maintain consistency in drinks served.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • 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.

Bartender

Sandbar
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Bartender

Aoki Teppanyaki
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • As the company only hires from within, I first started as a server assistant to bartender assistant in three month
  • With my drive and willingness to evolve in the craft I was promoted to bartender in two months
  • In charge of the service bar station and responsible for cocktail delivery thereafter.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to maintain high-level customer satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Homestead Senior High School
Homestead, FL
06.2015

Bachelor of Arts -

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
06.2020

Skills

    • Fluent in English and Spanish
    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Knowledgeable on syrup making
      • Suggestive Selling
      • Wine, liquor and cigar knowledge
      • Guest relations

Timeline

Bartender

Mamey
09.2023 - Current

Bartender

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
06.2022 - 07.2023

Bartender

Rusty Pelican
01.2020 - 08.2022

Bartender

Casablanca Cigar Lounge
03.2018 - 07.2019

Bartender

American Airlines Arena
02.2018 - 03.2019

Bartender

Sandbar
02.2018 - 03.2019

Bartender

Aoki Teppanyaki
01.2017 - 02.2018

High School Diploma -

Homestead Senior High School

Bachelor of Arts -

Miami Dade College
Antonio Zavaleta