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Daniel Mendez

Chicago

Summary

Strong bartender, passionate about serving customers well, while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and a sense of humor in demanding situations. Strong history of exceptional service in upbeat establishments. Builds a strong community and clientele in all environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Wolf and Company
Chicago
05.2025 - Current
  • Prepared specialty cocktails, mixed drinks, and other beverages according to recipes.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, and food items on the menu.
  • Prepared specialty cocktails according to recipes or customer requests.
  • Educated guests about menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and history of various cocktails and wines.

Bartender/Barback

Emporium
05.2021 - 04.2025
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • 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.

Bartender

Beat Kitchen
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • 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.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.

Lead Line Cook

Smoke Daddy
04.2018 - 11.2020
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
  • Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.

Prep Cook

Bandera
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
  • Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Luther North High School
Chicago, IL
01.2008

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Outgoing personality
  • Problem solving

Languages

5,5

Certification

BASSET Certification

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Bartender

Wolf and Company
05.2025 - Current

Bartender/Barback

Emporium
05.2021 - 04.2025

Bartender

Beat Kitchen
11.2020 - 05.2021

Lead Line Cook

Smoke Daddy
04.2018 - 11.2020

Prep Cook

Bandera
01.2016 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Luther North High School

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