Brandon Torres
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic hospitality professional with a proven track record in both bartending and front-of-house restaurant management, excelling at creating memorable guest experiences in high-volume environments. Skilled in crafting classic cocktails, multitasking, and leading service teams, with a strong ability to enhance operational efficiency, maintain quality standards, and foster customer loyalty through exceptional service and innovative beverage offerings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Beverage Manager
Clark’s Oyster Bar
Austin, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Curated wine, beer, and spirits selections based on guest preferences and seasonal availability.
- Oversaw front-of-house and bar operations in a high-volume hospitality environment.
- Resolved guest concerns regarding food, beverage quality, and service standards.
- Managed inventory, ordering, and cost controls for wine, beer, and spirits programs.
- Conducted inventory audits and prepared variance and cost-of-goods reports.
- Created operational checklists, ordering guides, and cleaning procedures for FOH and bar teams.
- Handled administrative duties including cocktail recipe development, menu updates, invoice processing, and vendor ordering.
Bartender /Server
The Roosevelt Room
Austin, TX
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Extensive knowledge of over 80 house and classic cocktails
- Continuous education on spirits and old/new techniques used behind a bar or on the floor
- High paced craft cocktail bar, intense style of seated cocktail experiences
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Worked every position from prep/barback to serving and bartending
- Undergone 8-month training program focused on cocktail technique and spirit knowledge
- Team focused environment: we all work better together to create fun and exciting services for guests
- Multitasking and eyes-up style of bartending/serving
Bar Manager
Soif Wine Bar & Merchants
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Service-focused professional dedicated to creating positive customer experiences that drive loyalty and repeat business
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with experience in bar operations and team management
- Knowledgeable in liquor, beer, wine, classic cocktails, seasonal menu development, and responsible alcohol service
- Experienced in inventory management, ordering supplies, stocking, garnish preparation, and maintaining fast-paced service standards
- ServSafe Certified with strong understanding of safety, sanitation, and COVID-19 compliance procedures
General Manager /Restaurant Bar Manager
515 Kitchen & Cocktails
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Increased revenue and reduced costs through schedule management, variance analysis, and corrective action planning
- Improved operational quality and team efficiency by developing business strategies, systems, and procedures
- Implemented staff engagement, diversity, and culture initiatives that strengthened workplace performance and accountability
- Fostered a positive, disciplined work environment focused on teamwork, consistency, and high service standards
Education
High School Diploma -
Cypress Charter High School
Santa Cruz, CASkills
- Front-of-House Operations & Team Leadership
- Knowledge of Spirits & Classic Cocktails
- Customer Service & Guest Experience
- Excels in High-Volume Environments
- Food Safety & Dining Area Standards
- Strong Multitasking & Time Management
- Great Memorization / Explanation of House Menus
Timeline
Beverage Manager
Clark’s Oyster Bar
06.2024 - Current
Bartender /Server
The Roosevelt Room
01.2021 - 07.2024
Bar Manager
Soif Wine Bar & Merchants
06.2020 - 01.2021
General Manager /Restaurant Bar Manager
515 Kitchen & Cocktails
06.2017 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Cypress Charter High School