Guy Cilliers
Charleston,South Carolina
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Extensive knowledge of spirits, wine and beer.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Husk Restaurant
Charleston, SC
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation and creation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
- Improved team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer experience with engaging conversations and personalized drink recommendations.
- Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.
- Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Bartender
Barsa Tapas & Lounge
Charleston, SC
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
Bartender
Prohibition
Charleston, SC
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Complete knowledge and understanding of 45 plus cocktails per season and 100 classic cocktails
- Extensive knowledge of over 350 Whiskeys from around the world
- Inventory and understanding of over 1000 bottles of spirits
- Strong knowledge in syrups, shrubs, tinctures and general cocktail creation
- Ability to handle groups of 26 or more at one time with grace and humility.
Bartender
Cypress
Charleston, SC
03.2014 - 09.2015
- Extensive wine knowledge and location of wine on a 3 story wine wall over 200 btls
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Education
Hospitality and Service Management
University of Victoria
British Columbia 01.2007
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
- Classic cocktails
- Creative Mixology
- Honest and Dependable
- Menu Memorization
- Performance Improvement
- Glassware knowledge
- Teamwork and Professionalism
Timeline
Bartender
Husk Restaurant
05.2024 - 06.2025
Bartender
Barsa Tapas & Lounge
09.2022 - 04.2024
Bartender
Prohibition
07.2017 - 08.2022
Bartender
Cypress
03.2014 - 09.2015
Hospitality and Service Management
University of Victoria