CHRISTIAN LARA
Buda
Summary
Experienced bartender with 7+ years of success in high-volume sports bars, craft cocktail lounges, and full-service restaurants. Skilled in craft cocktails, mixology, guest engagement, upselling, and delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments. Recognized for building customer loyalty, increasing beverage sales, and maintaining high standards of hospitality. TABC and ServSafe Alcohol Certified.
High-energy professional skilled at welcoming guests, maintaining entrances and balancing server loads to optimize operations. Collaborative, hardworking and efficient at prioritizing and handling simultaneous tasks to promote positive dining experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Chili's Grill & Bar
Buda
01.2026 - Current
- Delivered exceptional guest service in high-volume restaurant and bar, enhancing overall guest experience.
- Prepared cocktails, beer, and wine with speed and accuracy, contributing to efficient service flow.
- Recommend food and beverage pairings to increase guest satisfaction and sales.
- Maintained clean, organized, stocked bar while processing POS transactions accurately to support seamless operations.
Bartender
Anchor Bar
Round Rock
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Delivered exceptional service in high-volume sports bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Handled multiple drink tickets, ensuring timely service and drink quality.
- Coordinated with servers and kitchen staff to facilitate smooth operations and improve service flow.
- Assisted with inventory management and bar organization.
Security Sales & Technician (Part-Time)
Home Pros
Cedar Park
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed customer accounts and technical installations, enhancing communication, sales, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Operated tools for home repairs and maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Assisted clients with product selection and installation processes directly.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment for daily operations.
Craft Bartender
The Bird House
Gruene
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed seasonal cocktail menus, boosting beverage sales by 20%.
- Utilized in-depth knowledge of 100+ classic and craft cocktails, premium spirits, wine, and beer to enhance guest experience.
- Fostered lasting relationships with guests through tailored service and exceptional hospitality.
Server / Bartender
Lupe Tortilla
Cedar Park
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Specialized in high-volume margarita production and tequila-based cocktails.
- Managed bartending and serving responsibilities in high-volume setting.
- Boosted beverage sales through extensive product knowledge and strategic upselling.
Education
Business Administration
Austin Community College
Austin, TX 08.2021 - 07.2026
Skills
- High-Volume Bartending
- Cocktail mixology
- Beverage knowledge
- Beverage upselling
- POS systems
- Inventory Management
- Cash Handling
- Bar procedures
- Fast-Paced Multitasking
- Guest hospitality
- Customer support
- Sales techniques
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Effective communication
- Inventory management
Certification
- TABC Certified
- ServSafe Alcohol Certified
Personal Information
Title: Bartender | Hospitality Professional
Timeline
Server
Chili's Grill & Bar
01.2026 - Current
Bartender
Anchor Bar
11.2024 - 01.2026
Craft Bartender
The Bird House
10.2022 - 01.2024
Security Sales & Technician (Part-Time)
Home Pros
01.2022 - 05.2024
Business Administration
Austin Community College
08.2021 - 07.2026
Server / Bartender
Lupe Tortilla
01.2019 - 05.2022