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
2016.07 - 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
2008.02 - 2008.06
  • 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
2022.07 - 2024.12

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
2007.09 - 2020.03
  • 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
2010.04 - 2012.09
  • 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
2022.07 - 2024.12

Bartender

Nighthawk
2016.07 - Current

Server

Chilam Balam
2010.04 - 2012.09

Bartender

Simone’s
2008.02 - 2008.06

Bartender

The Burlington
2007.09 - 2020.03

Film/Television Directing Production - Film/Television Media

Columbia College, Chicago

Liberal Arts -

Oakton Community College

N/A - N/A

Niles West High
Danny Ong