Christopher McClish
Old Bridge
Summary
Skilled bartender with background in crafting classic and innovative cocktails, managing bar operations, and delivering exceptional customer service. Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of cleanliness and organization while multitasking in fast-paced environments. Strong interpersonal skills ensure memorable guest experiences and foster repeat business. Successfully increased bar revenue through effective upselling techniques and efficient inventory management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Savvas
01.2020 - Current
- Reconcile and post daily sales transactions.
- Contribute to the monthly close process, ensuring accurate reporting of key metrics.
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
Bartender
IronBar
Morristown
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Provided high-speed service in a high-volume nightclub, routinely handling three-deep crowds at the bar during peak hours
- Consistently selected for busiest shifts based on proven speed and efficiency
- Co-developed a comprehensive training program for new bar staff, streamlining onboarding and improving service consistency
Bartender
Stage House Tavern
Scotch Plains
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Managed a busy tavern bar with frequent two-deep lines of patrons, maintaining speed and accuracy during high-volume periods
- Honed bartending techniques to increase service speed and ensure customer satisfaction
Bartender
Jose Tejas
Iselin
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Delivered prompt service at a popular Tex-Mex restaurant's 15-seat bar and high-volume service bar
- Maintained high efficiency and accuracy in a fast-paced, consistently crowded environment to meet customer demand
Bartender / Server / Host
TGI Friday's
Old Bridge
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Started as a Host and earned promotion to Server within 6 months by demonstrating strong work ethic and customer service skills
- Advanced to Bartender after 18 months, gaining comprehensive front-of-house experience and a thorough understanding of restaurant operations
- Provided friendly, efficient service as a bartender during peak periods, managing high customer volume and ensuring positive guest experiences
Education
B.S. - Accounting
Kean University
Union, NJ01.2020
Skills
- Dinerware
- Square
- Micros
- Aloha
- Speedy service
- Drink presentation
- Inventory management
- Creative mixology
- Sales techniques
- Team building
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accountant
Savvas
01.2020 - Current
Bartender
IronBar
01.2016 - 01.2020
Bartender
Stage House Tavern
01.2008 - 01.2016
Bartender
Jose Tejas
01.2006 - 01.2008
Bartender / Server / Host
TGI Friday's
01.2003 - 01.2006
B.S. - Accounting
Kean University
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