Daniel Rian Navarro
Henderson
Summary
I am a qualified food & beverage professional specializing in experience leading bar programs in high volume restaurants and night clubs in upscale hotel/resorts.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
CHICA
07.2022 - Current
- Led bar operations, ensuring efficient service during high-volume shifts for a venue that averages over eight million dollars in beverage sales annually
- Create seasonal cocktail menus prioritizing fresh, in house made ingredients that compliment the venues cuisine and brand
- Mentored junior bartenders and led various trainings on customer service, agave spirits & pairings, cocktail knowledge, building techniques & bar prep methods
- Trained all new hire bartenders on our restaurant’s food menu, cocktails, culture and Forbes 5 star service standards
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste through effective stock management practices.
Founder/Owner
Smart Bet Electronics LLC
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Electronics reselling e-commerce business
- Generate local leads through digital marketing & online ad campaigns
- Appraise and purchase new, used or damaged devices from customers
- Resell devices via online platforms such as eBay
- Tracked efficiency and profitability data through daily KPI spreadsheets
Bartender
CHICA
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Extensive craft cocktail training
- Built cocktails in an efficient and enjoyable fashion for bar guests and venue servers
- Greeted guests warmly, efficiently & continually followed proper steps of service
- Communicated & worked with coworkers in a positive and efficient manor
Lead Bartender
Cut Shop, Woodinville WA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted in developing SOP’s and implementing them into the bar program
- Educated FOH team members on new product or cocktails being introduced to the bar
- Responsible for creating the 2019 spring cocktail menu
- Supported FOH and BOH team members wherever needed
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, adhering to health and safety standards.
Bar Manager
China City, Mill Creek WA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Responsible for developing SOP’s and transforming the bar into a craft bar program
- Created new craft cocktail menu and successfully implemented proper cocktail building techniques
- Increased alcohol and wine sales by 22% after first year as bar manager
- Awarded “Employee of the Year” in 2016
Bartender
Blue Martini, Bellevue WA
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Established and maintained relationships with guests to ensure the “Blue Martini” experience
- Responsible for prepping and stocking nine bar wells between three bars
- Managed and organized weekly and monthly cleaning and stocking duties
- Mixed and built cocktails in an efficient and timely manner
- Anticipated guests need
Education
High school -
Bothell High
Certificate of Completion -
BarSmarts Online Training
Certificate of Completion - Spirits Knowledge
WSET Level 1
Skills
- Training & Development
- Cost Efficiency
- Cocktail Programs
- Special Events
- Self Starter
- Inventories
Timeline
Lead Bartender
CHICA
07.2022 - Current
Founder/Owner
Smart Bet Electronics LLC
04.2020 - 08.2022
Bartender
CHICA
03.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Bartender
Cut Shop, Woodinville WA
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bar Manager
China City, Mill Creek WA
01.2015 - 01.2018
Bartender
Blue Martini, Bellevue WA
01.2012 - 01.2015
High school -
Bothell High
Certificate of Completion -
BarSmarts Online Training
Certificate of Completion - Spirits Knowledge
WSET Level 1