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Carlos Josue Larin

Summary

Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Capable Bartender/Server passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Beverage Director/ Bar Manager /Bartender

Residents Cafe And Bar
08.2019 - 07.2023
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Beverage Director/Barista

Little Food Studio
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Trained food and beverage service personnel, confirming staff to provide recommendations and answer questions.
  • Verified staff compliance with accepted food and drink safety regulations, suggesting remedial training where necessary.
  • Responded to customer complaints, addressing concerns, and distress with amicable interactions.
  • Conducted hands-on training for equipment, demonstrating proper technique and safety protocols.
  • Planned service for special events by developing drink lists and inventories.
  • Purchased beverage stock and handled all inventory needs.
  • Maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.

Server/Bartender

Rock Bottom Brewery
01.2017 - 08.2019
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.

Bar Manager/Barista Shift Lead/Coffee Roaster

Bump And Grind Coffee
10.2016 - 03.2018
  • Served customers quickly and efficiently and created strategies to prevent delays.
  • Restocked and cleaned stations and facilities to maintain cleanly and operable standards.
  • Handled and resolved customer issues and complaints with professionalism and tact to drive customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Memorized ingredients and recipes for wide variety specialty drinks.
  • Created superlative coffeehouse experience through customer service, beverage preparation, and presentation, in-store marketing and thorough cleanliness and sanitation of space.
  • Developed coffee beverage menu, recipes, specialty coffee drinks, and appropriate menu pricing.
  • Presented process improvement ideas to leadership team to cultivate professional, friendly and efficient work environment.

Head Coffee Roaster/Barista/Barista Training Coach

Cafe Cate
11.2012 - 09.2016
  • Performed troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and sanitation procedures.
  • Maintained coffee quality by adhering to guidelines, product specifications and quality procedures.
  • Operated ground or roasted coffee controls and equipment.
  • Conducted internal recall investigations for product not meeting specifications.
  • Communicated to manufacturing partners and monitored machine performance issues to minimize downtime.
  • Kept close eye on operating equipment and made adjustments to keep speed, temperature and other factors within ideal tolerances.

Education

High School Diploma -

Colegio Jerusalem
San Salvador, El Salvador
10.2009

Skills

  • Ordering Procedures
  • Anticipating Guest Needs
  • Professional Service Standards
  • Maintaining Glassware Stock
  • Cocktail List Development
  • Preparing Garnishes
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Clear and Effective Communication
  • Ordering Bar Supplies
  • Creative Mixology
  • Custom Drink Preparation
  • Fluent in Spanish and English and 80% Portuguese

Accomplishments

  • Contributed to service that earned a stellar review in Michelin Gourmand 2021,2022,2023

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
Serbian
Elementary

Timeline

Beverage Director/Barista

Little Food Studio
03.2020 - 03.2021

Beverage Director/ Bar Manager /Bartender

Residents Cafe And Bar
08.2019 - 07.2023

Server/Bartender

Rock Bottom Brewery
01.2017 - 08.2019

Bar Manager/Barista Shift Lead/Coffee Roaster

Bump And Grind Coffee
10.2016 - 03.2018

Head Coffee Roaster/Barista/Barista Training Coach

Cafe Cate
11.2012 - 09.2016

High School Diploma -

Colegio Jerusalem

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