HAN TRAN
Seattle
Summary
Detail-oriented Bartender and Server with over 9 years of experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments. Expertise in craft cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer, complemented by a strong focus on customer experience and team leadership. Proven ability to foster relationships and enhance service quality across diverse settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Events and Banquet Lead Bartender and Coordinator
Shake Bars & Event Planning
Seattle
2023.05 - Current
- Collaborated with clients on budget, theme, and beverage curation, aligning offerings with client vision to elevate overall event experience.
- Created branded beverage activations and themed cocktail programs for VIP clients and luxury galas.
- Elevated event presentation standards by innovating garnish design and glassware aesthetics, resulting in repeat client bookings.
- Oversaw operations from planning to breakdown, coordinating team efforts to ensure seamless customer experiences and satisfaction.
- Managed mobile bar operations, staffing, and logistics for private events, festivals, and corporate gatherings, ensuring timely and efficient service delivery.
Bartender & Server/ Banquet Supervisor
The Collective Club & The Columbia Tower Club
Seattle
2024.12 - 2026.01
- Supervised and coordinated events for 50-400 guests, ensuring operational precision and exceptional service.
- Managed event timelines, staffing, and post-event quality checks, ensuring seamless execution and high client satisfaction.
- Partnered with culinary and sommelier teams to develop pairing menus, enhancing guest experience and increasing upsell opportunities.
- Delivered premium cocktail and table service in upscale lounge and restaurant, enhancing guest experience.
- Recognized for multi-tasking efficiency and creating memorable, personalized guest interactions.
Lead Bartender
Landmark Events Co.
Seattle
2024.03 - 2024.12
- Led bartending operations for weddings, corporate events, and large-scale functions, ensuring exceptional service for up to 500 guests.
- Designed custom cocktail menus and executed specialty drinks tailored to client preferences.
- Trained and directed junior bartenders, enhancing service consistency in fast-paced environments.
- Coordinated bar setup and breakdown, managed vendor relationships, and streamlined inventory processes for mobile operations.
Assistant Manager/Server
West 122
Tacoma
2023.06 - 2023.12
Bartender/Server
Laredo's Grill
Seattle
2021.06 - 2023.08
Bartender/ Lead Server
Fireside Burien
Burien
2021.10 - 2023.05
Server
Jack's BBQ
Seattle
2021.01 - 2021.10
Bartender/ Server
FlintCreek Cattle Co
Seattle
2020.05 - 2020.11
Events Bartender & Nightclub Bartender and Cocktail Server
Hakkasan Group
Las Vegas
2017.09 - 2020.03
Bartender
Herbs & Rye
Las Vegas
2018.01 - 2020.02
Lead Bartender / Server
NoMad Library at Park MGM
Las Vegas
2018.10 - 2019.12
Lead Bartender/Assistant Manager
Crazee Crab & Oyster Bar
Grand Prairie
2014.12 - 2017.06
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)
Las Vegas, NV2019-12
Skills
- Cocktail creation
- Beverage management
- Menu development
- Beverage operations management
- Computerized POS system
- OpenTable
- Toast
- DinerWare POS
- Inventory management
- Liquor permit
- Food handler permit
Related Work Skills
- Extensive knowledge and experience with computerized POS system, such as OpenTable, Toast, DinerWare POS
- Washington State Liquor Class 12 Permit
- Washington State Food Handler
Timeline
Bartender & Server/ Banquet Supervisor
The Collective Club & The Columbia Tower Club
2024.12 - 2026.01
Lead Bartender
Landmark Events Co.
2024.03 - 2024.12
Assistant Manager/Server
West 122
2023.06 - 2023.12
Events and Banquet Lead Bartender and Coordinator
Shake Bars & Event Planning
2023.05 - Current
Bartender/ Lead Server
Fireside Burien
2021.10 - 2023.05
Bartender/Server
Laredo's Grill
2021.06 - 2023.08
Server
Jack's BBQ
2021.01 - 2021.10
Bartender/ Server
FlintCreek Cattle Co
2020.05 - 2020.11
Lead Bartender / Server
NoMad Library at Park MGM
2018.10 - 2019.12
Bartender
Herbs & Rye
2018.01 - 2020.02
Events Bartender & Nightclub Bartender and Cocktail Server
Hakkasan Group
2017.09 - 2020.03
Lead Bartender/Assistant Manager
Crazee Crab & Oyster Bar
2014.12 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)