Chelsea Shields
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic mixologist with proven skills in cocktail menu creation, cash handling, and customer service. Committed to delivering memorable experiences while adhering to health and safety protocols.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/Mixologist
Carson Kitchen
Las Vegas
04.2025 - Current
- Crafted and served diverse cocktails and beverages to guests.
- Partnered with kitchen staff to streamline coordination of food and drink orders
- Aided customers with beverage options and maintained high-quality service.
- Informed guests about drink specials and enthusiastically showcased menu items.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Shook cocktails according to bar recipes, advised customers on optimal wine and beer pairings with menu items.
- Developed seasonal drink menus to enhance customer experience.
- Crafted in-house made syrups, tinctures, and specialty bar ingredients.
Bartender Shift Manager
Blondies Sports Bar
Las Vegas
03.2012 - 04.2025
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall guest satisfaction.
- Implemented daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Established standards for drink preparation and presentation that ensured high quality drinks served consistently throughout shifts.
- Sustained physical standards defined by management.
- Assisted in training new bartenders on drink recipes and service techniques.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
Bar Manager/Recruiter/Trainer Resource Person
Game On (Station Casino)
Las Vegas
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Oversaw inventory management, including ordering and stocking supplies as needed.
- Developed cocktail menus that aligned with seasonal trends and customer preferences.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours of operation.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance overall guest satisfaction experience.
- Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
- Managed day-to-day operations including opening and closing duties, scheduling shifts for employees, cash handling procedures and payroll processing.
Bartender/Mixologist
Vanguard Lounge
Las Vegas
10.2016 - 02.2020
- Maintained cleanliness of bar area and ensured proper sanitation practices.
- Engaged with patrons to create a welcoming atmosphere at the bar.
- Handled cash and processed transactions accurately at the point of sale.
- Educated guests on drink specials and promoted menu items enthusiastically.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Bartender/Server
Therapy Restaurant
Las Vegas
09.2014 - 10.2016
- Mixed and served cocktails based on established recipes and customer preferences.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of beverage orders.
- Took orders and communicated special requests to the kitchen staff efficiently.
- Processed payments accurately and handled cash register transactions with care.
- Recommended menu items and beverages to guests based on preferences and dietary needs.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Education
Union Pour Card - Bartending
Bartenders Union 165
Las Vegas, NV12-2025
Certificate - Alcohol Server Training
TiPs 360 Training
Las Vegas10-2025
Certificate - The Program
BarSmarts
Las Vegas08-2025
Certificate - Future Proof Bar Training
Chaplin School of Hospitality And Tourism
Las Vegas, NV08-2025
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Las Vegas, NV01-2006
Skills
- Bartending techniques
- Health and safety protocols
- Cocktail menu creation
- Cash handling
- Wine expertise
- Beer culture understanding
- Mixology
- Food service
- Craft cocktail preparation
- Outgoing personality
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Engaging personality
- Cocktail list development
Certification
Bartenders Union Card
Timeline
Bartender/Mixologist
Carson Kitchen
04.2025 - Current
Bar Manager/Recruiter/Trainer Resource Person
Game On (Station Casino)
08.2024 - 12.2024
Bartender/Mixologist
Vanguard Lounge
10.2016 - 02.2020
Bartender/Server
Therapy Restaurant
09.2014 - 10.2016
Bartender Shift Manager
Blondies Sports Bar
03.2012 - 04.2025
Union Pour Card - Bartending
Bartenders Union 165
Certificate - Alcohol Server Training
TiPs 360 Training
Certificate - The Program
BarSmarts
Certificate - Future Proof Bar Training
Chaplin School of Hospitality And Tourism
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School