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RICARDO ESPINOZA

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Experienced, dependable, efficient, and dedicated Bartender seeking a position with opportunities for advancement where I can utilize my 12+ years of knowledge in fine dinning restaurants, gaming bars, and nightclubs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Joes New York Pizza Las Vegas
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Responsible for day-to-day operations including, inventory management, payroll, scheduling, vendor management, advertising, and quality control of allprepared foods.
  • Created daily specials, through marketing and advertising.
  • Maintained all employees work schedules, and payroll.
  • Worked as a pizza man when needed.

Mixologist

Cosmopolitan /Superfrico Las Vegas
07.2021 - 09.2023
  • Prepared classic, modern, and unique cocktails for a tailored guest experience
  • Generated higher ticket averages with suggestive up-selling techniques
  • Maintained knowledge of all recipes and product lists throughout each venue in the casino
  • Developed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings

Bartender/Mixologist

Giadas
04.2014 - 10.2019
  • Upheld a high standard of service and knowledge on all food and beverage related items.
  • Used suggestive selling techniques.
  • Executed a fine dining standard of service.
  • Greet guests and create a tailored dinning experience for each individual, suggesting menu items and pairing craft cocktails and wines.
  • Handle all server tip outs/ end of shift reports.

Gaming Bartender

Just Play
01.2013 - 06.2016
  • Supervised and worked with 15 IGT video poker, and keno machines.
  • Responsible to balance slot bank and cash register throughout shift, taxable jackpot forms when needed.
  • Expertly prepared both alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages using correct techniques, and measurements.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends and weekly promotions.

Bartender Apprentice

STK Las Vegas
05.2010 - 05.2014
  • Insured bar was fully equipped with all necessary materials at all times.
  • Worked as a team member assisting bartenders in making drinks and serving food.
  • Cut garnishes, made syrups daily.
  • Served a high standard of service and products.
  • Received and invoiced all new liquor orders, put away in allocated storage areas.

Bartender

Trader Vics
06.2008 - 08.2010
  • Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
  • Mixed and served classic Caribbean style cocktails.
  • Executed service standards and knowledge of all food and beverage available.
  • Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
  • Served full menu foods and beverages to a bar top of 30 seats.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Rancho High School
Las Vegas, NV
2005

165 Pour Card -

Local 165 Union
Las Vegas, NV
2016

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Joes New York Pizza Las Vegas
02.2024 - Current

Mixologist

Cosmopolitan /Superfrico Las Vegas
07.2021 - 09.2023

Bartender/Mixologist

Giadas
04.2014 - 10.2019

Gaming Bartender

Just Play
01.2013 - 06.2016

Bartender Apprentice

STK Las Vegas
05.2010 - 05.2014

Bartender

Trader Vics
06.2008 - 08.2010

High School Diploma - undefined

Rancho High School

165 Pour Card -

Local 165 Union

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