Armando Sanchez
Bronx
Summary
Hardworking professional with proven relationship-building and time management skills in fast-paced restaurant environments. Successful at handling tables of all sizes with accuracy and impeccable service skills. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction and promote long-term loyalty.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Delaware North
Long Island City, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to comply with health and safety standards.
- Trained new staff on drink preparation techniques and customer service best practices.
- Ensured timely inventory management by monitoring stock levels and placing orders as needed.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize food and drink service for optimal guest experience.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Server/ Bartender
PJ Clark’s Lincoln Square
Manhattan , NY
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
- Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Bartender
Dos Camino
Manhattan, New York
04.2021 - 05.2025
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Bartender
Manero nightclub
Manhattan, New York
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card transactions.
- Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
- Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
Bartender
Casa Carmen
Manhattan , New York
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings, and special promotions.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
Bartender
Empellon
NY
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings, and special promotions.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
Bartender/ Server
Sarabeth tribeca
Manhattan, NY
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
Expeditor
Harry Italian’s Restaurant
Manhattan, New York
03.2013 - 06.2015
- Assessed current inventories and brought in supplies to keep stock within optimal levels for expected demands.
- Illustrated knowledge of menu and service offerings to educate guests.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to new kitchen team members.
Bartender
El Vez Nyc
Manhattan , NY
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
Server
PJ Clarke's
Manhattan , NY
09.2009 - 11.2014
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
The Bronx, NYSkills
- Table resetting
- Food inspection
- Hostess support
- Team member support
- Point of sale (POS) system operations
- Customer feedback management
- Dish preparation
- Menu memorization
- High volume dining
- Table bussing
- Check payment processing
- Liquor, wine, and food service
- Food station setup
- Cash handling
- Food safety
- Food running
- Safe food handling
- Server training
- Cleanliness standards
- Strong work ethic
- Take-out service
- Guest seating
Timeline
Bartender
Delaware North
10.2024 - Current
Bartender
Manero nightclub
10.2023 - 08.2024
Server/ Bartender
PJ Clark’s Lincoln Square
01.2023 - 08.2025
Bartender
Casa Carmen
04.2022 - 02.2023
Bartender
Dos Camino
04.2021 - 05.2025
Bartender
Empellon
12.2017 - 05.2019
Bartender/ Server
Sarabeth tribeca
08.2015 - 09.2017
Bartender
El Vez Nyc
01.2014 - 01.2015
Expeditor
Harry Italian’s Restaurant
03.2013 - 06.2015
Server
PJ Clarke's
09.2009 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School