Corey Dixon
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dynamic bartender with extensive experience at Restaurant R'evolution, specializing in high-volume service and innovative cocktail menu development. Proven ability to craft unique cocktails while maintaining exceptional guest relations. Thrives in fast-paced environments, consistently receiving positive customer feedback and recognition for outstanding service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Restaurant R'evolution
08.2024 - 09.2025
- While at Restaurant R'evolution I was honored to be a member of the bar team working directly beside an amazing head bartender where I crafted top-tier cocktails and served world class dishes from chef John Folse.
- I daily, or weekly, ensured that all house-made ingredients were prepared to exacting specifications, prepared all garnishes and set the bar up for an evening of superb cocktail and dinner service.
- Our cocktail menu changed regularly according to the season, featured dishes and events. This allowed me to develop and create unique and inspired cocktails quite frequently.
- My tenure at Restaurant R'evolution allowed me to improve not only my cocktail knowledge but also my understanding of high end culinary preparation and technique.
- I am always proud to show my ability to promptly and effectively provide top notch service to an available space of about 40 seats as well as providing cocktails to all of the dining rooms, all with a very small team.
Bartender
NOPSI Hotel
08.2023 - 04.2024
- While employed at NOPSI Hotel I was a part of an experienced bartending team that worked well together to serve the hotel's guests.
- As a member of the team I excelled at guest relations, bourbon and whiskey knowledge and craft cocktail preparation.
- While I was most comfortable working with a large number of spirits and wines behind the main restaurant bar I was easily able to transition to the smaller and more curated rooftop pool bar.
- My ability to effectively resolve guest issues and provide helpful information for surrounding attractions.
- My ability to quickly and efficiently prepare house recipes or one-off cocktails led me to receiving many positive customer reviews.
Bartender
Loews Hotel
09.2022 - 06.2023
- At the Loews hotel lobby bar, 'Poydras and Peters', I was responsible for taking care of guests' needs, providing wonderful customer service as well as food and drinks.
- I focused on making sure the guest experience was as pleasant as possible, making food and drink recommendations both on property as well as around the city.
- I was also able to form and uphold good relationships with our many repeat guests.
- My promotion to head bartender entrusted me to create new cocktail menus and monthly special riffs on classic cocktails.
Bartender
Couvant
04.2022 - 09.2022
- My daily responsibilities included greeting guests, guiding them through our menus, making wine/cocktail suggested pairings with dinner options.
- Entering orders, with modifications, via the Aloha POS.
- Ensuring payment via cash, credit card, or hotel room charge.
- During my time with the company I was tasked with developing new cocktails for the cocktail menu, streamlining steps of service, and fleshing out bar concepts.
- I was often consulted on finalizing cleaning schedules, the needs of the bar and how to make the bar more successful.
- I also had the opportunity to learn about cuisine from a french trained chef, learn about french wines and experience how a professional kitchen is operated during dinner, brunch, and private event service(s).
Bartender
Backspace; Bar and Kitchen
07.2016 - 06.2019
- As the bartender, server, security and manager on duty I am responsible for maintaining a clean, organized and profitable bar.
- Excelled at making craft cocktails and serving simple drinks and beers in a high volume setting.
- I have been a consistently strong bartender capable of drawing and retaining a consistent crowd of both locals and visitors, and am the most senior bartender on staff.
- My yelp reviews and secret shopper scores are routinely in the 90th percentile.
Barback/Bartender
30-90
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Craft cocktail-centric team member responsible for preparing all garnishes, house made simple syrup, ginger beer, fresh squeezed juices.
- Quickly separated myself as a strong backup bartender learning craft cocktail recipes and techniques quickly, allowing me to take much of the stress off of the main bar staff.
- I was able to quickly adapt to a changing style throughout a given shift, from an engaging, classy happy hour, through an exciting night of live music and great cocktails, to a fun and loose late night atmosphere.
Lead Barback
Bourbon Heat
06.2011 - 08.2014
- A volume centric, fast paced nightclub where I was responsible for all above duties as well as training any new members of the team, including porters, barbacks, bartenders and occasionally managers.
- I was an integral part of the team acting independently on many nights, working three different bars and ensuring that the club ran as smoothly as possible.
- I was trusted with manager office access and POS override codes in order to quickly and efficiently make cash change or correct any POS issues.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Communication: Digital Media; Special Effects, Gaming and Animation
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio01.2011
Skills
- Multitasking and time management
- High volume service
- Menu development
- Safe food handling procedures
- Responsible alcohol service
- Ability to work under pressure
- Quick learner
- Eagerness to acquire new skills
- Technical knowledge
References
Professional and references available upon request.
Certification
- Responsible Vendor's Permit
- Serve Safe Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
Restaurant R'evolution
08.2024 - 09.2025
Bartender
NOPSI Hotel
08.2023 - 04.2024
Bartender
Loews Hotel
09.2022 - 06.2023
Bartender
Couvant
04.2022 - 09.2022
Bartender
Backspace; Bar and Kitchen
07.2016 - 06.2019
Barback/Bartender
30-90
02.2015 - 04.2016
Lead Barback
Bourbon Heat
06.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelor's of Science - Communication: Digital Media; Special Effects, Gaming and Animation
Ohio University