Carl Leonard
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
HIGHLY SKILLED AND EXPERIENCED INDUSTRY BARTENDER Exceptional Mixology & Preparation —Sales & Inventory Management—Customer Service & Relationship Management— Team Leadership, Training & Mentoring—Extensive Communication & Resolution
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
02.2024 - Current
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Bartender
Montecristo Cigar Bar
Las Vegas, NV
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained consistency in serving high-quality drinks for new and returning customers that resulted in increased profits, lower costs and customer satisfaction
- Extensive knowledge of wine, craft beer, and liquor – which resulted in higher sales and higher customer satisfaction
- Managing the bar cash register, counting in and out prior to the start of and after the end of the shift
- Problem Resolution – ability to quickly solve any issues that may arise
Assistant General Manager
Hell or High Water Brewery
Austin, TX
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Inventory management – Maintained a thorough knowledge of product inventory to ensure lead times are met while anticipating future demand items for seasonality and specialty events
- Team leadership and Team Building – created a team leadership structure by coaching and mentoring all team members on communication skills, best sales practices, product knowledge, sales targets, and exceptional customer service
- Schedule coordinator
- Problem Resolution – ability to quickly solve any issues that may arise
Bartender
The M-Resort, Anthony’s Steakhouse
Las Vegas, NV
03.2009 - 03.2020
- Extensive knowledge of wine, craft beer, and liquor – which resulted in higher sales and higher customer satisfaction
- Maintained consistency in serving high-quality drinks for new and returning customers that resulted in increased profits, lower costs and customer satisfaction
- Expertise in beverage pairings with meals
- Skilled engagement with patrons
- Responsibly stocked and maintained inventory
- Lead bartender tasked with training new staff
Bartender
Timbers-Off the Strip Bar & Grill
Las Vegas, NV
05.2006 - 03.2009
- Maintained daily stock and inventory
- Upkeep in code and cleanliness at all stations to ensure we are meeting/exceeding customers’ expectations
- Excellent Customer engagement in food and drink – which had a direct result of higher ticket sales and customer satisfaction
Bartender
Calico Jacks Saloon Bar & Grill
Las Vegas, NV
05.2005 - 05.2006
- Ensured that the bar had plenty of supplies, including alcohol, ice and glasses to keep up during busy shifts
- Used suggestive selling techniques to increase cover average and improve the customer dining experience
- Managing the bar cash register, counting in and out prior to the start of and after the end of the shift
Barback/Bartender
The Westin Hotel & Spa
Las Vegas, NV
08.2003 - 05.2005
- Maintained order and cleanliness standards
- Responsible and accountable for organization of labor breaks
Barback
Boardwalk Casino Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
01.2002 - 08.2003
- Bar supply management
- Support and cross coverage of bar
Bartender
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
Education
Dixie Junior College
St. George, UtahAssociate Degree -
Weber State University
Ogden, UtahSkills
- Exceptional Mixology & Preparation
- Sales & Inventory Management
- Customer Service & Relationship Management
- Team Leadership
- Training & Mentoring
- Extensive Communication & Resolution
- Cash register operations
Timeline
Bartender
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
02.2024 - Current
Bartender
Montecristo Cigar Bar
03.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant General Manager
Hell or High Water Brewery
08.2022 - 02.2023
Bartender
The M-Resort, Anthony’s Steakhouse
03.2009 - 03.2020
Bartender
Timbers-Off the Strip Bar & Grill
05.2006 - 03.2009
Bartender
Calico Jacks Saloon Bar & Grill
05.2005 - 05.2006
Barback/Bartender
The Westin Hotel & Spa
08.2003 - 05.2005
Barback
Boardwalk Casino Hotel
01.2002 - 08.2003
Bartender
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
Dixie Junior College
Associate Degree -
Weber State University