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Christan Johnston

Corpus Christi,TX

Summary

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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

The Cove Bar
01.2024 - Current
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.

Bartender/ Customer Service

The Salty Dolphin
02.2023 - 05.2024
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • 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.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • 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.


Apprentice Electrician

Scott Electric Company
09.2018 - 03.2020
  • Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
  • Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
  • Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement, or repair.
  • Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.

Bartender

Charlies Pub
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Bartender/Server

Tailwinds Restaurant
01.2013 - 05.2015
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.

Education

High School Diploma -

Flour Bluff High School
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2004

Skills

  • Beverage Preparation
  • Classic cocktails
  • Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Food Preparation
  • Health codes compliance

Timeline

Bartender

The Cove Bar
01.2024 - Current

Bartender/ Customer Service

The Salty Dolphin
02.2023 - 05.2024

Apprentice Electrician

Scott Electric Company
09.2018 - 03.2020

Bartender

Charlies Pub
06.2015 - 08.2016

Bartender/Server

Tailwinds Restaurant
01.2013 - 05.2015

High School Diploma -

Flour Bluff High School
Christan Johnston