Darcel Lopez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Aspiring bartender or server eager to leverage skills within a thriving establishment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen and Kocktails
Bartender/Server
Chicago, IL
04.2025 - Current
- Operated bar efficiently, managing opening and closing procedures.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of wine and liquor selections.
- Served food and beverages to customers with respect and friendliness.
- Collaborated effectively within a team while also excelling in independent tasks.
- Adapted quickly to new situations, showcasing strong learning abilities.
- Provided support and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Assisted in daily operations, ensuring productivity and efficiency among all staff.
- Maintained flexible availability for night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Bartender
Carson’s
Chicago, IL
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties, ensuring accurate end-of-shift accounting.
- Executed opening and closing procedures, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Maintained a clean workspace to meet health and safety standards.
- Kept bar well-stocked and presentable to enhance customer experience.
- Fostered teamwork and communication to contribute to a positive work environment.
- Ensured preparedness for incoming shifts through efficient operational practices.
Bartender
Fig And Olive
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bar area while serving drinks to customers.
- Ensured a pleasant drinking experience through attentive service and product knowledge.
- Prepared ingredients by following established recipes, maintaining freshness and quality.
- Provided exceptional customer service with expertise in food, wine, and alcohol.
- Adhered to alcohol handling, sanitation, and safety procedures, ensuring proper labeling and rotation.
- Coordinated daily supply inventory for the bar, submitting orders to supervisor as needed.
- Ensured seamless bar operations during supervisor's absence, maintaining workflow efficiency.
- Executed cleaning tasks according to daily and weekly schedules, including dishwashing duties.
Bartender/Server
Ja Grill
Chicago, IL
10.2018 - 04.2023
- Maintained fully stocked bar with liquor, beer, and essential supplies.
- Served food and beverages to patrons with a positive demeanor.
- Greeted diners, took orders, and communicated effectively with kitchen staff.
- Prepared beverage garnishes while ensuring availability of ice and glassware.
- Delivered exceptional customer service through extensive food and drink knowledge.
- Executed end-of-day tasks to uphold cleanliness and organization of server station.
Assistant Bar Manager
Mr. Brown's Lounge
Chicago, IL
03.2013 - 05.2022
- Conducted weekly liquor inventory and cost analysis to optimize ordering processes.
- Managed bar team to ensure high service standards and operational efficiency.
- Prepared shift schedules to align staffing with guest demand.
- Oversaw front of house staff to maintain exceptional service quality.
Education
Cosmetolog - undefined
Paul Laurence Dunbar Career Academy High School
Chicago06.2009
Skills
- Spanish language proficiency
- Bartending expertise
- Physical stamina
- Food and beverage service
LANGUAGES
English
Certification
Basset and ServSafe certified , Bartender license.
Timeline
Kitchen and Kocktails
Bartender/Server
04.2025 - Current
Bartender
Carson’s
09.2024 - 08.2025
Bartender
Fig And Olive
10.2022 - 01.2025
Bartender/Server
Ja Grill
10.2018 - 04.2023
Assistant Bar Manager
Mr. Brown's Lounge
03.2013 - 05.2022
Cosmetolog - undefined
Paul Laurence Dunbar Career Academy High School