Carlos Roberto Briseno
El Centro,CA
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.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
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
Chilis's Bar and Grill
08.2014 - 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
Installation Technician Helper
Breton Woods Home Improvement, Inc.
05.2013 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
- Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, detailed explanations of services, and addressing any concerns or questions.
- Continuously updated industry knowledge through participation in training sessions, seminars, and workshops to stay current on the latest HVAC technologies and techniques.
- Enhanced system efficiency for clients by conducting thorough maintenance checks and performing necessary repairs.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly responding to service calls and accurately diagnosing HVAC issues.
- Ensured safety compliance with proper installation of heating and cooling equipment, following industry standards and regulations.
- Streamlined workflow processes by maintaining accurate records of work performed, parts used, and time spent on each job site.
- Maintained a clean work environment during all service calls, demonstrating professionalism and respect for clients'' homes or businesses.
- Kept accurate records of time and materials used for each job to compile into service reports.
- Maintained boilers, hot water systems, gas heating equipment and food service equipment.
- Installed new air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes.
- Assisted in maintenance, repair and installation of ventilation systems.
- Enhanced pipeline safety by conducting regular inspections and maintenance procedures.
- Increased efficiency in gas transportation by optimizing pipeline routes and configurations.
- Reduced leak incidents by promptly repairing damaged sections of the gas pipeline system.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
Cook
Chilis's Bar and Grill
05.2013 - 08.2014
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards.
- Coordinated with front of house to ensure smooth service during busy periods, enhancing customer dining experience.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
- Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Cook
Chilis's Bar and Grill
03.2006 - 05.2013
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
Education
GED -
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CASkills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
- Highly reliable
- Clear and effective communication
- Team player attitude
- Patience and Tolerance
- Outgoing Personality
- Engaging personality
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Customer service expertise
- Organizational ability
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Handling Difficult Customers
- Menu Memorization
- Memory retention
- Service-oriented mindset
- Professional Appearance
- Suggestive Selling
- Alcohol awareness
- Team training and development
- Drink Preparation Techniques
- Sales expertise
- Salesmanship
- Health codes compliance
- Aloha POS
- Fluency in Spanish and English
- ABC standards
- Conversant in Spanish and English
- Fast Learner
- Honest and Dependable
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Hospitality and Guest Service
- Calm and Composed
- Relationship Building
- Responsible Serving
- Professional Service Standards
- Stamina and Endurance
- Team Management
- Ability to Lift 30 Pounds
- Basic Math
- Cost Control
- Ductwork Installation
- Equipment Installation
- Load Calculations
- Leak Checks
- Adaptable
- Customer-focused
- Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Heavy Lifting
- Safety Procedures
- Fluent Spanish
- Fluent English
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
- Professionalism
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bartender
Chilis's Bar and Grill
08.2014 - Current
Installation Technician Helper
Breton Woods Home Improvement, Inc.
05.2013 - 08.2014
Cook
Chilis's Bar and Grill
05.2013 - 08.2014
Cook
Chilis's Bar and Grill
03.2006 - 05.2013
GED -
Imperial Valley College
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