Cate Puckett
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced Bartender skilled in crafting classic and innovative cocktails and managing bar operations. Maintains cleanliness and organization while multitasking in fast-paced environments. Interpersonal skills enhance guest experiences and promote repeat business. Increased bar revenue through effective upselling and inventory management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Birdie's Den
Houston, Texas
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to patrons.
- Recommended food and drinks based on preferences and pairings, improving customer satisfaction.
- Engaged customers in friendly conversation, enhancing overall bar experience.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Executed promotional events to increase guest engagement and drive sales.
Barback
Nobie's
Houston, Texas
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Monitored beverage stock levels during peak hours to prevent shortages.
- Stocked supplies and optimized storage for quick access to enhance service speed.
- Organized bar stations to ensure efficient service flow during busy shifts.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality service.
- Cleaned the bar area including counters, glasses, and utensils throughout shift.
Bartender
Black Magic Social Club
Houston, Tx
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction at all times.
- Served drinks during happy hour, enhancing guest experience and atmosphere.
- Built and maintained a loyal clientele base, fostering community engagement.
- Promoted upcoming events on social media, increasing event attendance and bar visibility.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area and equipment.
- Supervise load in, set up, and green room requirements.
Lead Bartender
JBarM BBQ
Houston, Tx
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Created two unique cocktails that were featured on Fox26 news for the Top Chef watch party.
- Established regular lunch clientele base using exceptional customer service and bar skills.
- Coordinated catering services for various events, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while training new staff members.
Bartender
Miss Carousel/Indianola
Houston, Tx
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Crafted cocktails swiftly and accurately for bar customers and Indianola patrons, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Recommended drinks tailored to customer preferences, increasing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Prepared and set up bar for opening and closing shifts, ensuring efficient service and readiness.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
General Manager
Dak & Bop
Houston, Tx
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Directed development of Dak & Bop second location and managed daily operations to ensure smooth functionality.
- Styled and priced the bar menu while developing craft cocktails.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability.
- Built and maintained relationships with vendors for efficient product sourcing and order placement.
- Established and maintained good relations with company vendors and the chief point of contact.
- Implemented marketing and community outreach programs.
- Analyzed profit and loss reports to evaluate financial performance and inform strategic decisions.
Skills
- Sales
- Anticipate customer needs
- Genuine heart for service
- Staff training & coaching
- QA/QC
- Effective communicator
Hobbies and Interests
- The outdoors
- Museums
- Stand-up comedy
- Writing
- All vinyl DJ - Cate Romona
Degrees And Certifications
- TABC/Food Manager Certified, Current
Timeline
Bartender
Birdie's Den
10.2025 - Current
Barback
Nobie's
08.2024 - 06.2025
Bartender
Black Magic Social Club
02.2024 - 05.2024
Lead Bartender
JBarM BBQ
10.2021 - 11.2022
Bartender
Miss Carousel/Indianola
04.2021 - 10.2021
General Manager
Dak & Bop
10.2019 - 03.2021