Cesar Gonzalez
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Dynamic and customer-oriented bartender with extensive experience in high-volume environments. Seeking to leverage exceptional mixology skills, efficiency, and passion for hospitality in a fast-paced establishment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Auditorium Theatre
04.2023 - Current
- Proactively set up the bar each shift, ensuring all inventory, garnishes, and supplies are fully stocked and strategically placed for seamless service
- Thrive in a high-volume setting, efficiently handling large crowds while maximizing sales through upselling and personalized recommendations
- Deliver a high-energy, engaging, and welcoming experience for every guest, fostering a lively and enjoyable atmosphere
- Anticipate customer needs and streamline workflow to optimize service speed and quality, enhancing overall guest satisfaction
- Maintain strict compliance with all local, state, and federal alcohol regulations, ensuring responsible service and guest safety
- Assist in training new bar staff, ensuring consistency in service and adherence to company policies
Bartender
Broadway in Chicago
06.2006 - Current
- Prepare and serve a wide range of beverages, providing friendly, courteous, and timely service to guests
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and corporate liquor regulations, responsibly serving alcoholic beverages
- Efficiently set up and stock bar stations with beer, wine, spirits, paper products, condiments, glassware, ice, and garnishes
- Maintain high standards of quality by properly storing and preparing fresh fruit, juices, and perishable items
- Verify guest identification to ensure responsible alcohol service
- Process transactions accurately, handling cash, making change, and verifying charges for efficiency and accuracy
- Secure all beverage products, food, and equipment at the end of each shift, ensuring a clean and organized workspace
- Curate an attractive bar display, enhancing ambiance and guest experience
Education
Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering
University of Illinois
Chicago, Illinois05.1999
Skills
- High-volume bartending
- Customer engagement/service
- Strong multitasking
- Relationship building
- Inventory management
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- POS system proficiency
- Fast-paced high-energy service
- Knowledge of beer/wine/spirits
Additional Information
Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and special events, Passionate about mixology and staying current with industry trends
Certification
BASSET Certifed
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bartender
Auditorium Theatre
04.2023 - Current
Bartender
Broadway in Chicago
06.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering
University of Illinois
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