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Eric Lucky Lopez

Summary

Dynamic Lead Bartender with extensive experience at Level 8 DTLA, excelling in cocktail development and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance customer experiences through innovative drink programs and efficient liquor ordering. A strong team leader who fosters collaboration and drives revenue growth in high-volume environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Bartender

Level 8 DTLA (Mr.Wanderlust)
Los Angeles, CA
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive cocktail program to enhance customer experience.
  • Managed inventory and streamlined liquor ordering processes for efficiency.

Bartender

Sparrow, Noble 33
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 02.2024
  • Served in high craft as well as high volume environment offering signature cocktails with exceptional garnish/ presentations all while maintaining standards for fine dining experiences.
  • Showcase vast knowledge of amari and wines and how they compliment signature dishes on menu
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock
  • Assisted in training new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain strong and efficient teamwork.

Lead Bartender

Truman House Tavern
San Fernando , CA
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Created multiple original signature cocktails offered on menu year round as well as seasonal offerings.
  • Oversaw all bar preparations including efficient batching, garnish prep, and pars on in house syrups and infused spirits.
  • Consulted with managers as well as local breweries to organize special communal events and promotions to increase revenue.
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked and collaborated with GM to double check efficient liquor ordering.
  • Recruited,trained, as well as screened all new bar staff and oversaw their development and integration as new team members.
  • Maintained clean and efficient bar with daily,weekly,and monthly deep cleaning task checklists.

Bartender

St. Felix Hollywood
Hollywood, CA
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • Owners of 1606 property, maintained great relationship throughout the years and worked through entirety of the pandemic together.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights and weekends.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.

Bartender and Co-Partner

1606 Pop Up
Hollywood, CA
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Invested in a deal with owners of property formerly known as "The Powder Room" to create a fun new bar environment that utilized an unused space and liquor inventory.
  • Collaborated with two other partners to create an entirely original cocktail menu.
  • Collaborated with local store fronts such as amoeba to host a record signing event.
  • Successful pop up that brought about leadership and managerial experience but was unfortunately brought to a stand still due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Bartender

Sunset & Vinyl
Hollywood, CA
12.2018 - 01.2020
  • Started as barback fell in love with craft cocktails and established myself as a bartender.
  • Skills learned from being barback have developed me into a great team player understanding all positions behind the bar

Skills

  • Team leader/Team player
  • High craft, high volume experience
  • Cocktail development
  • Inventory management
  • Liquor ordering

References

  • Bar Manager Sparrow- Justin Graham- (805)-280-9332
  • Bar Owner Truman House Tavern- Joeleen Medina (818)-912-1433

Personal Information

Title: Bartender

Timeline

Lead Bartender

Level 8 DTLA (Mr.Wanderlust)
09.2023 - Current

Bartender

Sparrow, Noble 33
05.2022 - 02.2024

Lead Bartender

Truman House Tavern
10.2020 - 05.2022

Bartender and Co-Partner

1606 Pop Up
01.2020 - 03.2020

Bartender

St. Felix Hollywood
12.2019 - 01.2021

Bartender

Sunset & Vinyl
12.2018 - 01.2020

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