Brianna Portese
Summary
I am a self-motivated, confident, and creative young woman who enjoys working hard when put to any task. I find a thrill in problem solving, and have a talent for excelling in social situations. I take pride in my ability to be positive and calm when presented with a challenge.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Tribute
03.2024 - Current
- Develop loyal clientele by engaging in friendly conversations and providing exceptional service
- Increase repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks
- Opening a brand new bar and developing positive relationships with new co workers
- Currently working here 3 days per week
Lead Bartender
Next Door Lounge
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock
- Led team meetings to continually improve communication among staff members, resulting in more effective teamwork during peak hours
- Demonstrated versatility by adapting quickly to evolving needs during high-volume periods or special events without compromising quality of service
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards for optimal guest experience
Bartender
Federal Bar/Knitting Factory
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated closely with the security team to enforce age verification measures and maintain a secure environment for both guests and staff
- Developed strong rapport with regular patrons, fostering loyalty and repeat business through personalized attention and exceptional service
- Managed cash transactions accurately, balancing the register at the end of each shift
Bartender
Velveteen Rabbit
01.2020 - 06.2020
- It was an honor to work at this hip cocktail bar, highlighting the true craft of mixology.
- To be a part of this team, one must master the classics of cocktails and have the ability to understand different flavor profiles of guests to recommend the perfect beverage
- Understanding the ability to smoke cocktails with different types of wood/cinnamon/herbs
- Strategizing ways to pre-batch cocktails for an efficient service week
- Knowledge of different types of Absinthe and the history behind it as well as working with the Absinthe drip
Server/Bartender
Fellow
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Restaurant/event space connected to a beautiful art gallery in the heart of Westwood
- Pumping out beautifully crafted cocktails from their bar and has expectations of adding a new dimension of excellent customer service while doing so
- Performing excellent customer service to high end guests for private events
- High volume craft cocktail experience for both service and events
- Using a whipping siphon to execute homemade foams and carbonations, Fellow demonstrates the beauty of making things from scratch.
Assistant General Manager/Bartender
Madera Kitchen & Bar
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Restaurant with luscious patio facing the Hollywood sign- & wine room, and event space
- Specializing in batched cocktails and high volume events
- Menu Preparation for events such as birthday parties, weddings, and more with guest lists of 200+
- Cocktail menu preparation for drinks on the dinner, brunch, and special holiday menus
- Great comprehension of pairing various wines and spirits with items on dinner menu.
Bartender
Norwood
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Biker bar with a neighborhood "cheers" bar energy
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication
- Handled simultaneous customer needs while avoiding conflict
Bartender
Dames And Games Sport Bar
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Busy strip club with a fast paced bar
- Ability to upsell liquor and make excellent drinks to back up high priced cocktails
- Ability to handle large amounts of money
- Able to successfully ensure the safety of the patrons at the bar by never over serving and protecting the integrity of the cocktail
- Leader on sales board several weeks in a row
Bartender/Restaurant Bar Manager
Anejo Cantina & Grill
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Live Mariachi and Flamenco styles of music along with a cocktail room, dining room, and large patio
- Hand crafted cocktail experience with the ability to train others on successfully executing the drinks at the same level as their team/coworkers
- Ability to handle restaurant expo tickets (capacity 300 guests) plus bar crowd
- Overseeing employees of the bar such as bartenders/bar backs
- Ability to pour drinks, using standard pour according to specifications
- Experience with problem solving and foreseeing everything runs smoothly throughout the night
- Ability to think fast and prepare cocktails as asked for, plus a strong knowledge of wines, spirits, beers, cordials, etc.
Server/Bartender
Hooters
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences
Education
Masters Program - Special Effects Movie Makeup
Cinema Makeup School
Los Angeles, CA01.2015
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences/Theatre Arts
Santa Barbara City College
01.2014
ABC Bartending School -
Las Vegas
01.2014
Skills
- Management/Leadership
- Experienced Bartender & Server
- Client Professionalism
- Proficient in Aloha/MICROS/Clover/Toast
- Liquor, Beer, and Wine Knowledge
- Critical Thinking
- Public Speaking
- Managing Multiple Task
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Self-Confidence
- Managing Pressure
Hobbies
- Photography
- Special Effects Makeup
- Sport & Outdoor
- World Traveling
- Supporting Creativity
Affiliations
- All Conference College Softball Captain 2011-2014
- Animal Shelter Volunteer 2016-Current
- Food and Nutrition Services Board Member 2023-Current
References
- Sherif Gohar (Next Door Lounge General Manager) 818-877-3304
- Paula Congleton (College Softball Coach) 805-451-5944
- Joshua Robinson (Madera Kitchen Manager) 323-350-4770
- Danielle Greene (Federal Bar Manager) 702-807-1634
- Jason Chiumento (Food & Nutrition Servies Founder/Previous Co-Worker) 310-922-8810
Timeline
Bartender
Tribute
03.2024 - Current
Bartender
Federal Bar/Knitting Factory
02.2022 - 12.2023
Lead Bartender
Next Door Lounge
06.2021 - 06.2024
Bartender
Velveteen Rabbit
01.2020 - 06.2020
Server/Bartender
Fellow
01.2019 - 03.2020
Bartender
Norwood
03.2018 - 08.2019
Bartender
Dames And Games Sport Bar
05.2017 - 12.2018
Assistant General Manager/Bartender
Madera Kitchen & Bar
01.2017 - 03.2020
Bartender/Restaurant Bar Manager
Anejo Cantina & Grill
01.2016 - 03.2017
Server/Bartender
Hooters
02.2015 - 03.2016
Masters Program - Special Effects Movie Makeup
Cinema Makeup School
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences/Theatre Arts
Santa Barbara City College
ABC Bartending School -
Las Vegas
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