Edgar Lopez
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Bartender
SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills
05.2010 - 08.2018
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between the business and its clientele.
- Trained new bartenders on company policies, drink recipes, and customer service best practices to maintain consistent performance across the team.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Restaurant/Banquet Bartender
Marina Del Rey Hotel
01.2008 - 05.2010
- Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies, and arranging tables.
- Responded to guest questions and requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Contributed to successful events by setting up mobile bars in various locations according to event specifications.
- Set up glassware, liquor, and other necessary supplies for special events.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Developed rapport with guests through personalized service that met individual preferences while adhering to company guidelines.
Bartender
El Torito Restaurant
12.2002 - 03.2008
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Education
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA 08.1996 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Anaheim, CA12.2002
High School Diploma -
Leuzinger High School
Lawndale, CA06.1996
Skills
Customer Service
Staff Management
Suggestive Selling
Inventory
Wine and liquor knowledge
Food Running
Food handling certification
Timeline
Lead Bartender
SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills
05.2010 - 08.2018
Restaurant/Banquet Bartender
Marina Del Rey Hotel
01.2008 - 05.2010
Bartender
El Torito Restaurant
12.2002 - 03.2008
Santa Monica College
08.1996 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Leuzinger High School
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