Bartender
The Pink
Christopher Dan
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Dynamic bartender with extensive experience at Hydraulic Hearth, recognized for exceptional customer service and strong multitasking abilities. Proven track record in managing bar inventory and training new staff, ensuring a well-organized and compliant workspace. Highly reliable team player dedicated to crafting memorable beverage experiences and fostering customer loyalty.
Work History
Bartender
Mister Sizzles/Augies
Buffalo, NY
2022 - 2025
- Prepared and served beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
Bartender
Hydraulic Hearth
Buffalo, NY
2016 - 2020
- Crafted and served a variety of beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to recipes.
- Managed bar inventory, tracking supplies and minimizing waste through careful monitoring.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, complying with health and safety regulations.
Bartender
Angelica Tea Room
Buffalo, NY
2015 - 2020
- Crafted and served a variety of beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to recipes.
Bartender
Buffalo Proper
Buffalo, NY
2015 - 2020
- Crafted and served a variety of beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to recipes.
- Managed bar inventory, tracking supplies and minimizing waste through careful monitoring.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, complying with health and safety regulations.
Bartender
Hardware
Buffalo, NY
2011 - 2015
- Prepared and served beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
Bartender
Scarlet
Buffalo NY
2011 - 2012
- Prepared and served beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of bar area.
- Learned inventory management procedures for bar supplies and ingredients.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service and address inquiries.
Bartender
Crazy Jake’s
North Tonawanda, NY
2008 - 2010
- Crafted and served a variety of beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to recipes.
- Managed bar inventory, tracking supplies and minimizing waste through careful monitoring.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, complying with health and safety regulations.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Bartender
Pizza Junction
North Tonawanda, NY
2000 - 2008
- Prepared and served beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of bar area.
- Learned inventory management procedures for bar supplies and ingredients.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service and address inquiries.
- Supported team members during busy shifts to ensure efficient operations.
- Gained knowledge of drink preparation techniques and mixology fundamentals.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere by promoting teamwork and communication.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance bartending skills and operational knowledge.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma - General High School
North Tonawanda High School
North Tonawanda, NY07.1992
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
Timeline
Bartender
The Pink
Bartender
Mister Sizzles/Augies
2022 - 2025
Bartender
Hydraulic Hearth
2016 - 2020
Bartender
Angelica Tea Room
2015 - 2020
Bartender
Buffalo Proper
2015 - 2020
Bartender
Hardware
2011 - 2015
Bartender
Scarlet
2011 - 2012
Bartender
Crazy Jake’s
2008 - 2010
Bartender
Pizza Junction
2000 - 2008
High School Diploma - General High School
North Tonawanda High School