David Caldarone
Wheaton,Illinois
Summary
I am reliable, i have experience in serving and bartending. i have a great attitude and am out going and personable, i like to work in a fair and positive environment. i do side work and cleaning with out having to be asked and i like to stay buzy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Server/ Bartender
Bella Notte Italian restaurant
Lisle, Illinois
06.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Bartender, DJ, Floor Host, Server.
Blackjacks Gentlemen's Club
01.2005 - 05.2024
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- 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.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
Bartender
Kabuki Japanese Restaurant
01.2009 - 10.2017
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- 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.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
Education
High School Diploma -
09.1989
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Patience and Tolerance
- Outgoing Personality
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Customer service expertise
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Handling Difficult Customers
Additional Information
I Have also worked at Jilly's Piano Bar from 94 to 99 as a Bartender , Supperossa for 1 year Bartending/ serving, 602 North for for years bartending, I was and inside sales man and warehouse manager at Phoenix air control. Selling hvac equipment. I also worked at Stevens Crane service for 4 Years as a warehouse maneger and truck driver.
Timeline
Server/ Bartender - Bella Notte Italian restaurant
06.2024 - Current
Bartender - Kabuki Japanese Restaurant
01.2009 - 10.2017
Bartender, DJ, Floor Host, Server. - Blackjacks Gentlemen's Club
01.2005 - 05.2024
Glenbard West High School - High School Diploma,
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