Daena Salazar
Business Administrator/ Bartender
Fort Stockton,TX
Summary
Dynamic Business Manager with a proven track record in optimizing daily operations and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Expertise in transforming underperforming enterprises into thriving businesses through strategic resource management and keen business insight. Results-oriented professional with 15 years of industry experience, complemented by a strong background as a Professional Bartender, fostering customer engagement and loyalty through exceptional service. Committed to enhancing customer experiences and building lasting relationships that contribute to sustained business growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
1
1
Language
Work History
Bartender
Lulu's Stixx
Fort Stockton, Texas
06.2025 - Current
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Bartender
Joes Place
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Server /Bartender
K-Bobs Steakhouse
Fort Stockton, Texas
09.2018 - 07.2022
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Tax Preparer/Accounting Bookkeeper
Parks Tax Service
College Station, Texas
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
- Communicated with clients regarding tax situations, providing guidance on financial decisions.
- Prepared tax returns for clients in various industries according to government regulations and requirements.
- Maintained compliance by adhering to current tax laws and regulations.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and business expense processing.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Sorted financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing and posted daily receipts and payments.
- Processed journal entries, guaranteeing accurate reflection of company finances within the general ledger system.
Manager
JULIES EZ PRESS CLEANERS
Fort Stockton, Texas
01.2014 - 08.2017
- Manage the company books and payroll
- Maintain employee files
- Assist in the installation and maintenance of the POS system and network.
- Pay taxes to the IRS (Payroll & Unemployment)
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
Office Manager
M & J TRUCKING INC
Fort Stockton, Texas
06.2010 - 08.2017
- 8 years of management experience
- Develop an successful work flow system for a DBA/Sole Proprietorship company into a strong well managed Corporation.
- Manage a team of (3) Administrators and (1) DOT Coordinator
- Successfully completed (2) DOT Audits (2) Company Audits (1) Labor Board Audit.
- Compose, type, and edit a variety of correspondence, reports, memoranda, presentations, forms, and other documents often of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.
- Price field tickets
- Invoice
- Data entry in Quickbooks
- Payroll
- Company Expenses
- Pay taxes to the IRS (Payroll & Unemployment)Maintain company records and files, including confidential materials.
- Assisted in the installation and maintenance of the company's network and computer systems with the IT
- Maintain the company ISNetworld account in OSHA Regulations Safety Compliance with as of 2011 for a total of 11 clients
- Complete and remit Master Service Agreements (MSA)
- Submitted Bids for new projects.
- Company Credit Applications/References
- Complete and submit Employee Verifications
- Complete Workers Compensation Insurance claims/audits.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Manager
LA DUENA MEXICAN FOOD RESTAURANT
Fort Stockton, Texas
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Manage the company books and payroll
- Maintain employee files
- Assist in the installation and maintenance of the POS system and network
- Pay taxes to the IRS (Payroll & Unemployment)
- Waitress as needed.
- Close daily reports and make deposits.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Office Manager
ROCKIN M SERVICES
Fort Stockton, Texas
06.2010 - 01.2015
- 5 years of management experience
- Manage a team of (3) Administrators
- Compose, type, and edit a variety of correspondence, reports, memoranda, presentations, forms, and other documents often of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.
- Data entry in Quickbooks
- Payroll
- Company Expenses
- Pay taxes to the IRS (Payroll & Unemployment)
- Maintain company records and files, including confidential materials.
- Assisted in the installation and maintenance of the company's network and computer systems with the IT
- Maintain the company ISNetworld account in OSHA Regulations Safety Compliance with as of December 2010 for a total of 6 clients
- Complete and remit Master Service Agreements (MSA)
- Create and remit Bids for new jobs.
- Company Credit Applications/References
- Complete and submit Employee Verifications
- Complete Workers Compensation Insurance claims/audits.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Fort Stockton High School
Fort Stockton, TX05.1998
Skills
Workers compensation claims management
Accounts payable management
Human resources management
Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strategic problem-solving skills
File system maintenance
Multi-tasking
Proficient in managing multiple tasks
Proficient in bilingual communication
Motivated learner
Food service
Responsible alcohol service
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets, create menus and advertisements.
- Achieved increase in sales through effectively helping create a social media page and promote daily and weekly specials .
- Supervised team of 11 staff members.
Certification
Food Handlers Certification
Timeline
TABC Certification
02-2026
Bartender
Lulu's Stixx
06.2025 - Current
Food Handlers Certification
02-2025
Bartender
Joes Place
07.2022 - 06.2025
Server /Bartender
K-Bobs Steakhouse
09.2018 - 07.2022
Tax Preparer/Accounting Bookkeeper
Parks Tax Service
10.2017 - 06.2018
Manager
JULIES EZ PRESS CLEANERS
01.2014 - 08.2017
Manager
LA DUENA MEXICAN FOOD RESTAURANT
01.2013 - 01.2016
Office Manager
M & J TRUCKING INC
06.2010 - 08.2017
Office Manager
ROCKIN M SERVICES
06.2010 - 01.2015
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Fort Stockton High School