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Brian McCulloch

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

The Dubliner Pub
04.2025 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Bartender

Gabes Bar and Kitchen
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.

Bar Manager

Dark Horse Bar and Eatery
03.2018 - 03.2023
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
  • Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and pricing.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
  • Increased revenue with creative marketing initiatives and promotional events.
  • Enhanced team productivity through effective scheduling and task delegation.
  • Led training sessions for new staff, improving service quality and team cohesion.
  • Created new recipes, outlined steps, and training staff on correct preparation.

Bartender

Iron Door Pub
06.2015 - 02.2018
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Created new recipes, outlined steps, and training staff on correct preparation.

Lead Bartender

Psycho Suzi's Motor Lounge/Donny Dirk's Zombie Den
04.2006 - 04.2015
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and crafting high-quality beverages.
  • Managed cash handling procedures accurately, reducing discrepancies in daily financial reports.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Participated in events as a representative of the establishment, promoting brand visibility and fostering new business opportunities.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Education

No Degree -

Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR

High School Diploma -

North Minneapolis Community High School
Minneapolis, MN
06-1993

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Engaging personality
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Customer service expertise
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Service-oriented mindset

Timeline

Bartender

The Dubliner Pub
04.2025 - Current

Bartender

Gabes Bar and Kitchen
08.2024 - 04.2025

Bar Manager

Dark Horse Bar and Eatery
03.2018 - 03.2023

Bartender

Iron Door Pub
06.2015 - 02.2018

Lead Bartender

Psycho Suzi's Motor Lounge/Donny Dirk's Zombie Den
04.2006 - 04.2015

No Degree -

Southern Oregon University

High School Diploma -

North Minneapolis Community High School

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