Edward Rodriguez
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Reliable individual proudly offering 8 years of experience fostering repeat customers through consistent, professional service. Skilled in designing profitable drink menus, handling cash sales and managing bar inventory. Dedicated to creating inviting environment for both guests and staff. Trained professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching arts. Creates stimulating lessons for all levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively. Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Guest House
12.2023 - Current
- Oversee the bar including hiring and educating bartenders about spirits and different recipes
- Developed and implemented new bar menus and promotions, increasing customer engagement and loyalty
- Safeguarded compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations in all operations.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Theater Teacher/educator
Bay Ridge Catholic Academy
12.2021 - Current
- Introduced innovative approaches to character development by encouraging self-reflection and personal connections during rehearsals process.
- Increased student interest in theater arts through field trips, guest speakers, and live performances of professional productions.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Mentored aspiring young actors, providing guidance on audition preparation and career opportunities within the theater industry.
Event Planner Specialist/ Head Bartender
Max Hospitality
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Warmly welcome 200+ patrons per event with a smile ensuring they were promptly served and satisfied
- Prepared and served alcoholic beverages including wine, craft beer and custom cocktails to 200-300 patrons a night
- Creating content for social media pages to help draw in new customers and to grow the face of the company
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
Doorman/Security guard
Thurcon Properties LTD
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Improved overall resident satisfaction by providing swift assistance during various situations such as lockouts or lost items.
- Monitored and controlled building access and remained vigilant of non-residents' purpose for being on property.
- Supported efficient move-in/move-out procedures for new tenants while minimizing inconvenience to other residents.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with residents and enhancing their living experience.
Intern
PROP (Police Reform Organizing Project)
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducting research projects on how to better policing
- Collecting information through various outlets such as books, news articles and from community leaders
- Creating a questionnaire to be sent out to all 2021 Mayor Candidates and using that information to help others better understand their cause
- Working with the community by doing food drives, questionnaires and surveys to collect data information.
Bartender
Rocco's Tacos Tequila Bar and Grill
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Prepared and served alcoholic beverages including wine, craft beer and custom cocktails to 200-300 patrons a night
- Studied and memorized 75+ popular cocktail recipes, dozens of local beers and wines in order to give quality recommendations to guests
- Maintained a clean, organized and well-stock bar area by managing inventory, wiping down surfaces, loading/unloading dishwashers and replenishing fresh ingredients
- Handled and processed $5,000+ in transactions per shift including credit, debit and cash payments.
Education
Associates degree - Criminal Justice
University of New Haven
West Haven, CTHigh school diploma -
Fort Hamilton High school
Brooklyn, NYBachelor's degree - Criminal Justice
St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY12.2020
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Performance Improvement
- Organizational Skills
- Recipes and menu planning
- Presentation Skills
- Character Development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Theft Prevention
- Background Investigations
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
References
- Luke Messina, luke@propnyc.org
- Robert Gangi, rpagangi@gmail.com
- Morise (718)-593-7674
- Amanda Ortiz, (347)-893-3335
- Max Delprior, (646)-595-6260
- Gary Williams, (917)-213-5761
Timeline
Bar Manager
Guest House
12.2023 - Current
Theater Teacher/educator
Bay Ridge Catholic Academy
12.2021 - Current
Event Planner Specialist/ Head Bartender
Max Hospitality
03.2021 - 12.2023
Doorman/Security guard
Thurcon Properties LTD
11.2020 - 03.2021
Intern
PROP (Police Reform Organizing Project)
09.2020 - 01.2021
Bartender
Rocco's Tacos Tequila Bar and Grill
08.2018 - 03.2020
Associates degree - Criminal Justice
University of New Haven
High school diploma -
Fort Hamilton High school
Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice
St. Francis College
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