Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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BRIAN PRUTER

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Experienced bartender with comprehensive expertise in cash handling, inventory management, and

customer service at Concept Entertainment Group. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences and drive sales

through effective upselling and vendor relations. Skilled in training staff and ensuring compliance with alcohol safety standards.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Bartender/Trainer

Concept Entertainment Group-Thirsty Lion
Phoenix, AZ
02.2015 - 04.2025
  • Developed and maintained vendor relationships, negotiating discounts and promotional opportunities.
  • Upsold premium brands to enhance customer experience and increase sales.
  • Maintained & inventoried liquor, beer, wine weekly for proper order management.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by greeting and serving guests in a friendly, positive, & professional manner.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures. Proficient with the proper use of a jigger and its importance for quality and cost effectiveness.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments from customers and making change accurately.
  • Trained new bartenders on company standards of service, craft cocktail build procedures, proper pouring techniques, responsible alcohol service policies and sales techniques.

Manager/Bartender/Server

Mudshark Brewing Company
Lake Havasu, AZ
02.2011 - 12.2014
  • Opened and/or closed high volume microbrewery
  • Provided exceptional customer service by greeting and serving guests in a friendly, positive, & professional manner.
  • Accountable for own cash drawer and end of shift paperwork/deposits
  • More than doubled week 'day' bar sales
  • Increased weekend day sales from $300.00 to $750-$1100
  • Maintained low labor cost 16%-23%
  • Maintained & inventoried keg cooler twice weekly
  • Volunteered to set up & work Special Events/Holidays

Nightclub DJ

London Bridge Resort
Lake Havasu, AZ
03.2008 - 12.2014
  • Ensured sound quality remained consistent throughout performances.
  • Mixed songs together seamlessly while adjusting levels of volume between tracks.
  • Coordinated with lighting system to ensure visuals matched the music being played.
  • Promoted upcoming gigs through various social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter.
  • Developed and maintained music library, ensuring all tracks were up to date.
  • Monitored crowd reactions and adjusted set lists accordingly to keep them engaged.
  • Sourced new music from independent labels, producers, and artists for potential inclusion into sets.

Bartender

Nautical Inn, Turtle Beach Bar & Grill
Lake Havasu, AZ
09.2006 - 03.2008
  • Opened and/or closed high volume bar.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments from customers as well as responsible for end of shift deposits.
  • Recognize impending shortages of supplies based on the volume for timely replacement.
  • Alcohol safety compliance
  • Maintained sound equipment and lighting throughout beach bar and grill.
  • Volunteered and willingly participated in special events

Manager

Spanky's Roadhouse Bar & Grill
Denver, CO
03.2005 - 06.2006
  • While at Spanky's Roadhouse I oversaw one million dollars in sales for 2005 with record breaking months. I had excellent relationships with customers, vendors and staff.
  • Accountable for daily sales requisitions, deposits, and cash drawers.
  • Implemented standardization of portions and labor cost control.
  • Recruited, hired, supervised, scheduled and motivated a staff of 23 employees.
  • Assisted in a reduction of labor costs through better hiring and training of staff.
  • Cultivated long term, stable staff with team player philosophies.
  • Waited, bartended, hosted and bussed tables as needed.
  • Supervised and maintained restaurant cleanliness

Nightclub Manager

The Deadbeat
Denver, CO
10.2000 - 11.2004
  • Opened and closed high volume nightclub.
  • Accountable for daily deposits and cash drawers.
  • Supervised, recruited, trained and scheduled 21 employees.
  • Participated in bi-weekly manager meetings.
  • Organized employee meetings and bar cleans.
  • Developed good rapport with health and fire departments and other local authorities.
  • Maintained and regularly updated safety equipment.
  • Established relationships with vendors and advertising reps for discounts and free products
  • Developed advertising strategies, layout, and design for print in The Westword Magazine.
  • Directed successful weekly marketing promotions.
  • Cleaned & maintained club including: sound & lighting, coolers, computers, bar and lighting
  • Investigated and resolved quality and service complaints
  • Focused on insuring customer repeat and referral business

Nightclub Dj

Multiple Clubs
Denver, CO
03.1996 - 05.2004
  • Sourced new music from independent labels, producers, and artists for potential inclusion into sets.
  • Participated in industry networking events in order to build relationships within the DJ community.
  • Developed and maintained music library, ensuring all tracks were up to date.
  • Monitored crowd reactions and adjusted set lists accordingly to keep them engaged.
  • Ensured sound quality remained consistent throughout performances.
  • Mixed songs together seamlessly while adjusting levels of volume between tracks.
  • Open format DJ

Education

General Studies -

University of Wyoming
Cheyenne, WY
05.1991

General Studies -

Cheyenne East High School
WY
12.1990

Skills

  • Teamwork and professionalism
  • Inventory management
  • Order management
  • Employee training
  • Cash handling
  • Customer service excellence
  • Craft cocktail preparation
  • Alcohol safety compliance
  • Workplace safety
  • Age identification checks

Certification

  • Food Handlers Card
  • Title 4

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Bartender/Trainer

Concept Entertainment Group-Thirsty Lion
02.2015 - 04.2025

Manager/Bartender/Server

Mudshark Brewing Company
02.2011 - 12.2014

Nightclub DJ

London Bridge Resort
03.2008 - 12.2014

Bartender

Nautical Inn, Turtle Beach Bar & Grill
09.2006 - 03.2008

Manager

Spanky's Roadhouse Bar & Grill
03.2005 - 06.2006

Nightclub Manager

The Deadbeat
10.2000 - 11.2004

Nightclub Dj

Multiple Clubs
03.1996 - 05.2004

General Studies -

University of Wyoming

General Studies -

Cheyenne East High School

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