Breanna Bacon
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Experienced bartender of 18+ years in the hospitality industry, adept in crafting exceptional cocktails and providing top-tier customer service. Proven ability to manage high volume establishments while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. Strong leadership and team collaboration skills, with a passion for details.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Fillmore
08.2024 - Current
- High volume customer base music and event venue with a compacity of 1,800 people located in the North Loop in Minneapolis.
- Provide fast and friendly service for event goers while maintaining a safe and fun environment for everyone.
- Opening/running/closing duties executed by company and industry standards.
- Nightly audit and tip pool between bartenders and barbacks.
Bartender
La Madre
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Part of the opening team of a new elevated casual Mexican restaurant in Minneapolis.
- Collaborated with management to create and refine the signature cocktails and ensuring it aligned with the overall concept and clientele.
- Set up and organzine the bar area, including inventory management, supply procurement and equipment to ensure a smooth operation from day one.
- Utilize in-depth knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods to suggest pairings and upsell items to enhance overall dinning experience.
Bartender
Akihabara Arcade and Bar
03.2019 - 06.2024
- Japanese style Arcade with large events and high volume of customers and sales.
- Prepare and serve drinks to 300-1000 customers per evening with friendly, prompt and efficient service.
- Handle and process an average of $4000+ in transactions per shift including cash and credit card payments. Nightly cash audit with deposit.
- Curated and prepared a variety of specialty cocktails, mocktails, shots, craft beer, spirits and sake for the bar menu.
- Ensure a safe work environment with team by regulating alcohol consumption to prevent conflicts and injury.
Manager and Bartender
Kokopelli Beer Company
08.2015 - 02.2019
- Locally and women owned craft brewery with pizza kitchen.
- Oversee daily operations with a staff of 20+ including FOH and BOH while creating a safe and enjoyable workplace.
- Develop and execute promotional strategies to increase sales and customer base.
- Handle all customer inquiries, complaints and special request promptly and professionally.
Education
Associate of Science - Ophthalmology
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO09-2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA01-2009
Certification
TIPS certification
Timeline
Bartender
La Madre
09.2024 - 03.2025
Bartender
The Fillmore
08.2024 - Current
Bartender
Akihabara Arcade and Bar
03.2019 - 06.2024
Manager and Bartender
Kokopelli Beer Company
08.2015 - 02.2019
Associate of Science - Ophthalmology
Pima Medical Institute
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Santa Barbara City College