Daniel Navarrete
Bakersfield
Summary
An enthusiastic bartender who respects his craft. A bartender that enjoys making cocktails that each individual guest exactly what they need. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
VIP Lounge
Bakersfield
11.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a fast-paced environment
- Crafted classic and specialty cocktails based on recipes and tailored to customer preferences, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Monitored customer alcohol consumption and ensured compliance with responsible serving laws
- Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering a friendly and professional atmosphere that encouraged repeat business
- Accurately took customer orders and processed cash and card payments using POS systems
- Handled high-volume service efficiently during peak business hours
- Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to ensure timely service
- Executed opening and closing duties, ensuring accurate cash drawer reconciliation and thorough inventory counts to maintain operational efficiency
- Assisted in inventory management and reducing product waste
Bartender/Server
Vatos Tacos Grill and Cantina
Bakersfield
11.2025 - 04.2026
- Provided food and beverage service in a fast-paced bar and restaurant environment
- Delivered excellent customer service by ensuring guest satisfaction and resolving concerns professionally
- Operated POS systems to process orders, payments, and tabs efficiently
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar, dining, and service areas
- Coordinated with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely delivery of food and beverages
- Upsold menu items, cocktails, and specials to increase sales
- Handled cash, credit card transactions, and balanced receipts at the end of shifts
- Managed multiple tables and bar guests simultaneously during high-volume shifts
Bartender
Hoagies Sandwiches and Grill
Bakersfield
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Maintained inventory levels by conducting regular stock checks and placing orders as needed
- Created signature cocktails that became popular among customers, contributing to an increase in repeat business
- Collaborated with the kitchen staff to create food and drink pairings for special events, enhancing the overall dining experience
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations related to bar operations
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing any issues or concerns raised by patrons
Bartender/Manager
Social House
Bakersfield
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed a team of bartenders, providing training and guidance to ensure exceptional customer service
- Collaborated with the kitchen staff to create food and drink pairings for special events, enhancing the overall dining experience
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations related to bar operations
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing any issues or concerns raised by patrons
Bartender
Old 75 Beer Garden
Richardson
02.2023 - 03.2024
- An original hire before we opened the doors to catapult a new concept.
- Created signature cocktails that became popular among customers, contributing to an increase in repeat business
- Prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks while taking food orders accurately
Bartender/Manager
Fox and Hound Sports Tavern
Dallas
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed a team of bartenders, providing training and guidance to ensure exceptional customer service
- Maintained inventory levels by conducting regular stock checks and placing orders as needed
- Upsold menu items, cocktails, and specials to increase sales
- Handled high-volume service efficiently during peak business hours
Bartender
The Londoner
Addison
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Independently opened and closed the bar. Mixed and served beverages to guests in a friendly manner, resulting in repeat business.
- Performed all bar products and supplies ordering to maintain inventory and nightly sales.
Bartender
TGI Friday's
Addison
01.2018 - 08.2020
- A TGI Fridays Bartender mixes and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests of the bar and service bar following standard recipes and the company's policies; merchandises drinks; and is attentive to guests, making them feel welcome, at all times.
- Created a warm and inviting atmosphere at the Corner Bar by engaging with guests and providing attentive service.
- Checked identification of guests ordering alcoholic beverages to ensure compliance with age restrictions.
- Knows the menu and how to read each guest to make appropriate beverage and food recommendations.
- Engaged guests through interactive drink preparation using flair techniques to create memorable experiences.
- IDs all guests ordering alcoholic beverages who appear to be 40 years old or younger.
- Upsold guests on food or drink items.
Education
Diploma - General Education
Bakersfield College
High School -
Wasco Union High School
Skills
- Cocktail experience
- Serving
- Upselling
- Direct Sales
- Bartending
- Restaurant experience
- Sales
- Cash handling
- Leadership
- Outside sales
- Multilingual
- Casual dining experience
- Mixologist
- B2B sales
- Customer service
- Business Development
- Supervising experience
- Inside Sales
- Cash register
- POS
- Barback
- Food safety
- Account Management
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Bartender
VIP Lounge
11.2025 - Current
Bartender/Server
Vatos Tacos Grill and Cantina
11.2025 - 04.2026
Bartender
Hoagies Sandwiches and Grill
03.2025 - 11.2025
Bartender/Manager
Social House
03.2024 - 03.2025
Bartender
Old 75 Beer Garden
02.2023 - 03.2024
Bartender/Manager
Fox and Hound Sports Tavern
11.2021 - 03.2024
Bartender
The Londoner
08.2020 - 11.2021
Bartender
TGI Friday's
01.2018 - 08.2020
Diploma - General Education
Bakersfield College
High School -
Wasco Union High School