Daniel Carlson
Bar Manager
Chicago,Il
Summary
Curious and capable bar manager adept at spirits education and creating cocktails that showcase a spirits quality. Dedicated to following health and safety guidelines and handling food items properly. Talented at creating experiences that drive sales opportunities and showcasing whole-hearted enthusiasm for products.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bar Manager
Off The Wall Cafe
Park Ridge, Il.
06.2020 - Current
- Wrote a new cocktail menu featuring items whose quality and appearance appeal to the surrounding community's demographic
- Conducted 15+ spirit tastings to increase overall foot traffic to the cafe and draw more attention specifically to the bar program
- Created a new inventory tracking system to ensure proper use of liquor.
- Kept menu exciting and up to date with the addition of new cocktails every month
- Created an employee training program to create consistent and quality cocktails for guests
Arriviamo Mixologist
Starbucks Coffee Company
Chicago, Il.
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Led a custom-tailored spirits education program for staff during a 3 month break in service due to Covid-19
- Served guests coffee, food, and cocktails in a timely manner according to set workflows and recipes established for the Arriviamo cocktail bar
- Led the implementation of new bar layouts and creation of par systems for inventory
- Taught peers proper execution of bar top serving workflows and standards of quality for beverages served
Starbucks Licensed Store Opening Trainer
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
02.2019 - 02.2019
- Led and coordinated the simultaneous training of 27 new baristas for the opening of a new location in the student center in a 2 week period
- Educated employees with company standards regarding beverage quality, customer connection and workplace cleanliness
- Aided in the set up and calibration of new equipment
Barista Trainer, "Evenings" Program Barista
Arlington Heights Il
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Maintained a culture that cultivates a focus on quality interactions surrounding quality coffee, wine, and beer
- Led tastings involving pairings of food and beverages
- Led the teaching of updated recipes to fellow partners and led the practice of standards for food safety and beverage crafting
Salesman
The Arts of Shaving
Schaumburg
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Invited customers to expand their shaving experience through the use of new tools, products, and techniques
- Created sales opportunities out of educational experiences
- Followed established cash handling procedures to ensure accurate cash deposits
Education
Associates of Arts -
W. R. Harper College
06.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
Training program development
Public speaking
Interpersonal Communication
Wine and liquor knowledge
Mixology expertise
Verbal and written communication
Safe food handling
Recipes and menu planning
Cerificates and Awards
Society of Wine Educators Certified Specialist of Spirits (In Progress)
Starbucks Area 32 Barista Champion 2019
Starbucks District 2051 Barista Champion 2019
Starbucks Store Barista Champion 2019
Starbucks Coffee Master Program Completion 2018
References
Molly Engle
Director of Coffee, General Manager
Off the Wall Cafe
847-814-6655
Ryan Tracy
Owner, Administrator
Off The Wall Cafe, Beer on the Wall
773-914-1623
John Capra
General Manager
Starbucks Coffee, The Art of Shaving
630-464-5696
Timeline
Bar Manager
Off The Wall Cafe
06.2020 - Current
Arriviamo Mixologist
Starbucks Coffee Company
09.2019 - 10.2020
Starbucks Licensed Store Opening Trainer
Illinois State University
02.2019 - 02.2019
Barista Trainer, "Evenings" Program Barista
Arlington Heights Il
07.2016 - 08.2019
Salesman
The Arts of Shaving
09.2014 - 08.2017
Associates of Arts -
W. R. Harper College
06.2014 - 05.2017