GAVIN NISHIHIRA
Truckee,CA
Summary
Motivated, service-oriented Bartender and Server with over 30 years high-volume restaurant/bar experience. Extensive wine, beer and cocktail knowledge. Seeking to make an impact on a forward-thinking bar/restaurant program. Looking for the opportunity to build and strengthen the customer base to any establishment. Passionate about for the industry, a fun, positive attitude and an understanding of customer service.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Property Manager
Self Employed
10.2021 - Current
- Manage rental property by advertising, interviewing tenants, preparing leases, keeping up with property mainentance and processing check-ins/move outs
Owner/Operator/Chef
Sushi Chef Togo
05.2012 - Current
- Owner/operator/chef of private sushi catering events
Sushi Chef
Bayfront Restaurant
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
General Manager/Head Bartender
Seven Ultra Lounge
06.2007 - 07.2009
- Conducted cost, schedule, contract performance, variance and risk analysis
- Managed the day-to-day tactical and long-term strategic activities within the business
- Recruited, hired, and trained successful new staff members
Bartender
Upper Fourth
01.2006 - 10.2007
- Opened and closed bar tabs and transferred tabs to dining area
- Delivered food and beverage orders well before established timeframes
Bartender
Latitude
03.2004 - 11.2006
- Prepared mixed drinks; poured wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages
- Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary
- Broke down bar after events and returned leftover liquor, glassware and banquet carts
Education
Culinary Arts -
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA01.1998
High School Diploma -
Rancho Cotate High School
Rohnert Park, CA01.1996
Skills
- Extensive wine knowledge
- Outstanding customer service
- Maintaining a clean work space
- Ordering wine, beer and liquor
- Maintaining glassware stock
- Problem solving
- Strong organizational skills
- Extensive spirits knowledge
- Extensive beer knowledge
- Cash balancing the cash register
Timeline
Owner/Property Manager
Self Employed
10.2021 - Current
Sushi Chef
Bayfront Restaurant
07.2018 - 07.2021
Owner/Operator/Chef
Sushi Chef Togo
05.2012 - Current
General Manager/Head Bartender
Seven Ultra Lounge
06.2007 - 07.2009
Bartender
Upper Fourth
01.2006 - 10.2007
Bartender
Latitude
03.2004 - 11.2006
Culinary Arts -
Santa Rosa Junior College
High School Diploma -
Rancho Cotate High School
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