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Brenda Evangs

San Gabriel,CA

Summary

Experienced bartender with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service abilities. Knowledgeable about combining drinks and dedicated to providing high-quality, efficient service. Quick learner who settles into new work environment with ease.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Bartender/Server

Applebee's
08.2016 - 12.2023
  • Mastered restaurant menu, including new food and beverage items as added to the menu.
  • Recommend menu items based on customer needs and preferences, including upselling complementary dishes and drinks.
  • Maintained a positive attitude during busy hours and developed relationships with guests.
  • Maintained relationships with local community by providing tailored service.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.

Bartender

Tom's Watch Bar
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Sustained a clean bar by regular wiping, disposing of debris and bottles, filling ice bins and washing glasses behind the bar as needed.
  • Prepared alcoholic, non-alcoholic and other beverages for customers and servers in accordance with standard recipes.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, introducing new cocktails and techniques to the menu.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.

Bartender/Server

Craft Hill
02.2019 - 10.2019
  • Monitored behavior at the bar to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
  • Checked identification to ensure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures such as portion control guidelines, reducing overall expenses without sacrificing quality.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -

California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA
01.2020 - 05.2022

Associates of Business Administration, Associates of Science Degree in Criminology -

Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
01.2019 - 05.2020

Skills

    Organize

    Flexible

    Attention to detail

    Time Management

    Multitasking

    Awards

    Bartender Cocktail Regional Competition - First place - Appblebee's - 2022

    Certification

    ABC Bartending School

    Timeline

    ABC Bartending School

    08-2023

    Bartender

    Tom's Watch Bar
    06.2021 - 12.2021

    Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -

    California State University Dominguez Hills
    01.2020 - 05.2022

    Bartender/Server

    Craft Hill
    02.2019 - 10.2019

    Associates of Business Administration, Associates of Science Degree in Criminology -

    Pasadena City College
    01.2019 - 05.2020

    Bartender/Server

    Applebee's
    08.2016 - 12.2023
    Brenda Evangs