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Daniel Farahani

San Diego,CA

Summary

Customer-oriented bartender offering several-year background preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Friendly and upbeat individual possessing outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Sodexo Live - San Diego Theaters
04.2025 - Current
  • 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.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
  • 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.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Enhanced establishment's reputation, consistently receiving positive feedback on customer satisfaction surveys.
  • Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.

Bartender

Cheba Hut
05.2023 - 03.2025
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Managed accurate bar tabs and processed cash and credit card transactions.
  • Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.

Beertender

WestBrew Downtown
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Educated patrons on various beer styles, enhancing their appreciation and enjoyment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently serving beer and offering pairing suggestions.
  • Assisted in the setup of private events, accommodating specific client requests.
  • Engaged customers through product knowledge sharing, sparking interest in new offerings.
  • Maintained a clean and organized bar environment for improved customer experience.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during high volume periods, maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Collaborated with fellow staff members to optimize workflow and service quality.
  • Developed rapport with customers, fostering a friendly and loyal clientele base.
  • Increased bar revenue with upselling techniques and promotion of special events.

Cashier/Server

Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs
05.2019 - 07.2020
  • Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers
  • Collected payments and discussed expected wait times with them to maximize customer satisfaction
  • Assisted customers in completing purchases, locating items, and enrolling in reward programs in order to increase customer loyalty, satisfaction, and sales
  • Kept the restaurant looking presentable by closely monitoring and meeting the needs of customers and team members
  • Replenished supplies behind the counter, at tables, and in customer stations to keep the team productive and customers happy
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock to the system and documenting the results
  • Provided assistance to visitors by quickly resolving their questions and concerns
  • Counted cash in the register drawer to keep the register balanced at the start and end of each shift
  • Kept drawers accurate, current, and secure by checking bills for counterfeit markers, storing large bills, and keeping adequate change
  • Ensured that customers and team members were safe by responding quickly and efficiently to spills and biological concerns

Education

GED -

01.2012

Skills

  • Basic accounting
  • Payment Processing
  • Food Service
  • Health codes compliance
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • Food Preparation
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Identification verification
  • New Hire Training
  • Professional Appearance
  • Staff Management
  • Excellent judgment
  • Engaging personality
  • Courteous
  • Handling Difficult Customers
  • Maintaining a clean bar
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Order Management
  • Extensive beer knowledge
  • Team training and development
  • ABC regulations
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Creative Mixology
  • Marketing and sales experience
  • Cash and credit transactions
  • Inventory
  • Performance Improvement
  • Anticipating guest needs
  • Ordering Procedures
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Bar service preparation
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Organizational ability
  • Menu knowledge
  • Safe serving knowledge
  • Point of sale systems
  • Proficient in mixology

Certification

RBS Certified

Food Handler Card

Timeline

Bartender

Sodexo Live - San Diego Theaters
04.2025 - Current

Beertender

WestBrew Downtown
04.2024 - 10.2024

Bartender

Cheba Hut
05.2023 - 03.2025

Cashier/Server

Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs
05.2019 - 07.2020

GED -

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