Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Bartender
Danny Ong

Danny Ong

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic and customer-focused bartender with extensive experience at Nighthawk known for crafting high-quality cocktails and building strong relationships with patrons. Proven cash handling and inventory management skills, complemented by a strong work ethic and commitment to service excellence, resulting in consistently high customer satisfaction.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Nighthawk
07.2016 - Current
  • Managed high volumes of customers efficiently during peak times.
  • 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.
  • Ensured bar readiness by opening and closing in line with procedures.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.

Bartender

Simone’s
02.2008 - 06.2008
  • 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.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.

Corridor Ambassador

Uptown United
07.2022 - 12.2024

Helped with community services along the Argyle Corridor in Uptown. We provided safety services to local residents and businesses along Argyle street between Broadway and Sheridan.


Bartender

The Burlington
09.2007 - 03.2020
  • 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.
  • 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.

Server

Chilam Balam
04.2010 - 09.2012
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Education

Film/Television Directing Production - Film/Television Media

Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2002

Liberal Arts -

Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL
06.2000

N/A - N/A

Niles West High
Skokie, IL
06.1997

Skills

  • Cash handling
  • Inventory management
  • Cocktail preparation
  • POS system operation
  • Health compliance
  • Customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Effective communication
  • Workplace organization
  • Time management
  • Problem resolution
  • Service excellence
  • Strong work ethic
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Menu memorization
  • Quality control

Certification

Updated BASSET On premise Alcohol Certification

Timeline

Corridor Ambassador

Uptown United
07.2022 - 12.2024

Bartender

Nighthawk
07.2016 - Current

Server

Chilam Balam
04.2010 - 09.2012

Bartender

Simone’s
02.2008 - 06.2008

Bartender

The Burlington
09.2007 - 03.2020

Film/Television Directing Production - Film/Television Media

Columbia College, Chicago

Liberal Arts -

Oakton Community College

N/A - N/A

Niles West High
Danny Ong