David Saccoccio
Sarasota
Summary
Accomplished hospitality professional with over 16 years of high-volume bartending expertise and more than 4 years in management, adept at leading teams of 45+ employees to achieve operational excellence. Demonstrated success in optimizing labor, controlling costs, and developing staff while upholding superior service standards. Consistent in enhancing guest experiences and driving revenue growth through proactive and decisive leadership. Committed to fostering a collaborative team atmosphere that elevates service quality and maximizes operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Lead | Bartender
Pedal Haus Brewery
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Crafted cocktails, specialty drinks, and craft beers with speed and accuracy in a high-volume brewery serving 200+ guests per shift.
- Delivered personalized hospitality and recommendations, boosting guest satisfaction and repeat business by 25%.
- Independently opened the bar, managed inventory/restocking, and maintained organized, efficient operations during peak hours.
- Supported private events for 50–150 guests, handling setup and seamless service execution.
- Co-created FOH training manual and trained 20+ new staff on bar operations, POS, and service standards, reducing onboarding time by 40%.
Assistant General Manager
Wicked Cantina
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Directed daily FOH and BOH operations for a team of 45+, including scheduling, labor control, inventory ordering, and cash management in a high-volume restaurant.
- Jumped into line cooking and expo roles during peaks/short staffing, maintaining ticket times under 12 minutes and upholding food quality.
- Recruited, trained, and coached servers, bartenders, and support staff, building a positive culture that improved retention by 20%.
- Monitored sales, labor (under 25% of revenue), and COGS to stay on budget while sustaining exceptional service standards.
- Resolved guest issues with calm, solutions-focused recovery, achieving 95%+ satisfaction and encouraging repeat visits.
Lead Bartender | Asst. Manager
Greenwood brewing
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Led bar operations and provided operational support for a team of 15+, monitoring sales and controlling labor costs effectively.
- Executed opening/closing procedures, cash handling, deposits, and inventory with 100% accuracy.
- Leveraged deep craft beer and brewing knowledge to educate guests, increasing specialty beverage sales by 30%.
- Managed brewery events and private functions for up to 200 attendees, delivering flawless, top-tier service.
Lead Bartender | Key Holder
The Vig Fillmore
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Directed high-volume bar shifts serving 300+ guests nightly, providing fast, memorable service that drove loyalty and positive reviews.
- Owned opening/closing procedures, cash handling, tip distribution, deposits, and ordering to ensure fully stocked, smooth operations.
- Trained 25+ new bartenders/servers on cocktails, service steps, and POS, cutting ticket times by 20% and elevating guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated on drink features and promotions, raising average check by 15% and boosting revenue.
Education
Diploma -
Port Charlotte High School
Port Charlotte, FL05-2007
Cosmetology license - Cosmetology
Aveda Institute of Orlando
Orlando, FL01-2009
Skills
Team leadership and shift supervision
Staff training, onboarding, and coaching
Scheduling, labor control, and daily staffing
High-volume bartending and bar operations
Craft cocktails and beverage knowledge
Customer service and guest issue resolution
Sales, upselling, and revenue support
POS systems and cash handling
Inventory tracking, ordering, and cost control
Opening and closing duties; key holder responsibilities
Workplace safety and basic OSHA compliance
Policy enforcement and quality standards
Accomplishments
- Drove measurable revenue growth through consistent upselling, menu knowledge, and guest engagement (recognized through increased check averages and repeat business)
- Managed labor scheduling and staffing to control costs while maintaining service quality during peak service periods
- Improved bar efficiency and ticket times through workflow adjustments and staff coordination in high-pressure environments
- Trained, onboarded, and mentored staff, with multiple team members promoted into senior bartender and management roles
- Maintained full compliance with alcohol service laws, food safety standards, and company policies, with no critical violations during audits
Certification
- TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures)
- Alcohol Awareness Training
- ServSafe Food Handler
- ServSafe Manager
- ServSafe Alcohol
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Wicked Cantina
06.2022 - 07.2023
Shift Lead | Bartender
Pedal Haus Brewery
07.2021 - 01.2024
Lead Bartender | Asst. Manager
Greenwood brewing
10.2020 - 10.2021
Lead Bartender | Key Holder
The Vig Fillmore
08.2018 - 09.2020
Diploma -
Port Charlotte High School
Cosmetology license - Cosmetology
Aveda Institute of Orlando