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Darren Wass

Santa Barbara,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented Bartender and Bar Manager skilled in crafting innovative cocktails and enhancing guest experiences. Demonstrated ability to manage staff, streamline operations, and maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment. Committed to teamwork and delivering exceptional customer service.

Work History

Bartender

Pickle Room
  • Stock and prep ingredients for cocktails and food service.
  • Craft signature cocktails, including popular pickle martinis and custom drinks.
  • Manage food running and table busing during busy shifts.
  • Occasionally fill in as door attendant, ensuring effective crowd management.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to enhance guest experience.
  • Collaborate with team members to maintain a clean and efficient bar environment.

Bar Manager

Intermezzo
  • Managed weekly liquor and beer ordering through apps and sales representatives.
  • Developed seasonal cocktail menus featuring infused liquors and shrubs.
  • Recruited and maintained bar staff, ensuring operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with Chef to ensure ingredient availability for menu execution.
  • Oversaw bar health and sanitation practices to maintain safety standards.
  • Trained staff on cocktail preparation and customer service excellence.

Bartender

Channel Cat
  • Served up to 150 guests simultaneously, ensuring efficient service and customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared cocktails and beverages, maintaining high standards of presentation and taste.
  • Managed bar prep, including washing dishes and organizing supplies to streamline operations.
  • Assisted with docking duties as first officer on boat, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area to enhance guest experience.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to serve entree drinks promptly, reducing wait times.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lbs Bartending School
Goleta, CA
2012

Skills

  • Cocktail creation
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Staff training
  • Menu development
  • Inventory management
  • Crowd management
  • Health and sanitation
  • Operational efficiency
  • Collaboration

Timeline

Bartender

Pickle Room

Bar Manager

Intermezzo

Bartender

Channel Cat

High School Diploma -

Lbs Bartending School

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