Daniel Florez
Bakersfield
Summary
Bartender with 15 years of experience at La Mina Cantina, specializing in customer service and innovative mixology. Proven track record of improving bar efficiency and providing outstanding guest experiences. Expertise in drink preparation techniques and responsible alcohol service, coupled with a professional demeanor. Strong commitment to teamwork and creating a welcoming environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Los Amores De Julia
Bakersfield, CA
11.2024 - 08.2025
I worked at Los Amores de Julia since the the restaurant was open exclusively in the bar area as a bartender.
Bartender
La mina cantina
Bakersfield, CA
05.2009 - 2025
I worked in La Mina Cantina for 15 years I started working as a dishwasher then cleaning tables and as a waiter. I was a bartender in the past 5 years and was given the opportunity to work as a assistant manager and bar manager.
Bartender, Assistant Manager and Bar Manager
La Mina Cantina
Bakersfield, CA
05.2009 - 09.2024
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing patron needs promptly and courteously.
- Gained extensive knowledge of liquor brands, wine varietals, beer styles, and mixers to provide knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Streamlined drink preparation by prepping ingredients ahead of time during slow periods.
- Supported bartenders with essential tasks, resulting in more efficient bar operations.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to efficiently manage multiple priorities during peak hours without sacrificing quality or service standards.
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Responsible alcohol service
- Cash register operation
- Professional appearance
- Alcohol awareness
- Beverage preparation
- Drink preparation techniques
- Classic cocktails
- Creative mixology
- Garnishing drinks
- Bar service preparation
- Liquor restocking
- Beer and wine recommendations
- Courteous
- Cash and credit transactions
- Honest and dependable
- Teamwork and professionalism
- Hospitality and guest service
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Calm and composed
- Cleanliness
- Order taking
- Service quality
- Table setting
- Food safety awareness
- Banquet coordination
- Dessert recommendations
- Food preparation knowledge
- Menu design
- Soft drink service
- Menu description knowledge
- Food hygiene
Address
1816 Lotus ln apt. 215
Bakersfield, California 93307
References
La Mina Cantina
Arturo Ruiz
6613319208
Los Amores de Julia
Teresa Arreola
323 8846690
Timeline
Bartender
Los Amores De Julia
11.2024 - 08.2025
Bartender
La mina cantina
05.2009 - 2025
Bartender, Assistant Manager and Bar Manager
La Mina Cantina
05.2009 - 09.2024