Benjamin Metzger
Rincon,GA
Summary
Dynamic bartender with a love for crafted cocktails and creativity. I am a professional mixologist with extensive knowledge of spirits and engaging with customers one on one. I am always browsing for the newest, most challenging and inspiring recipes to try at home. I am hardworking and passionate about not only the craft but of the customers needs and wants as well.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
En Market Arena
08.2024 - Current
- Transitioned from table busser to food runner within six months of hire date
- Assisted a team of 10 servers and bartenders during peak hours to deliver food, beverages, and table settings with speed and accuracy
- Provided prompt and friendly service to over 200 guests each shift, serving approximately 500 meals
- Helped train five new team members on restaurant standards for customer service and food handling
- Maintained a clean and organized dining room and kitchen area
- Developed new cocktail recipes, contributing to seasonal menu changes and promotions.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender
Shaken and Stirred Mixology
03.2023 - Current
- Set up and break down temporary bars for banquet events such as weddings, corporate conferences, award ceremonies, and charity galas
- Ensure proper stock levels before and during events
- Mixed and served cocktails, ensuring consistency and quality across all beverages.
- Provided excellent customer service, enhancing guest experience through personalized interactions.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Skills
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Patience and tolerance
- Outgoing personality
- Responsible alcohol service
- Payment processing
- Menu memorization
Timeline
Bartender
En Market Arena
08.2024 - Current
Bartender
Shaken and Stirred Mixology
03.2023 - Current