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Danylo Kocko

Chicago,U.S.A.

Summary

Well-rounded bartender with 15 years experience committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Levy Group
07.2025 - Current
  • Crafted and served cocktails, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained bar cleanliness and organization, adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours, enhancing service efficiency.

Bartender

Roots Handmade Pizza
05.2023 - 06.2025
  • Knowledge of entire beer, wine, spirit, cocktail, and food menus
  • Excellent customer service with all customers both first-time and regulars
  • Trusted with handling cash and credit card payments

Bar Manager

Baker House Restaurant and Hotel
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Supervised bar staff to ensure exceptional customer service and efficient operations.
  • Developed innovative cocktail recipes enhancing drink menu offerings and guest experience.
  • Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock control practices.
  • Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team.

Education

Bachelor - Environmental Science

University of Southern Illinois
Carbondale, Illinois
06.2014

Diploma - general studies

Lake Zurich High School
Lake Zurich, Illinois
06.2003

Skills

  • 15 years bartending experience
  • Menu memorization
  • Cash handling
  • Inventory management
  • Multilingual in Ukrainian, Spanish, Polish, Vietnamese
  • Strong multitasking

Timeline

Bartender

Levy Group
07.2025 - Current

Bartender

Roots Handmade Pizza
05.2023 - 06.2025

Bar Manager

Baker House Restaurant and Hotel
05.2022 - 05.2023

Diploma - general studies

Lake Zurich High School

Bachelor - Environmental Science

University of Southern Illinois