Ian La Mar
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Experienced bartender excelling in POS system operation and cash management. Recognized for engaging customers, performing well under stress, and fostering a clean and organized bar environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
The Lakehouse Kitchen & Bar
Punta Gorda, Florida
08.2022 - Current
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to guests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area during service.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service and recommendations.
- Monitored customer behavior to ensure a safe drinking environment.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and bar operations procedures.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Barback/Assistant Bartender
Coastal Prime
Boothbay Harbor, Maine
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted bartenders by mixing drinks and handling customer requests.
- Prepared and stocked bar with glassware, garnishes, and supplies.
- Maintained cleanliness of bar area, including washing glassware and utensils.
- Organized inventory and restocked items to ensure smooth operations.
- Set up and broke down bar equipment before and after shifts.
- Stocked refrigerating units with wines or bottled beer and replaced empty beer kegs.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality service.
- Served as cashier when necessary, handling payments accurately and efficiently.
- Studied bartenders to learn recipes for different mixed cocktails.
- Stayed up-to-date with current drink recipes to provide accurate information about cocktails to guests.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all products offered at the bar including specialty beers, wines, liquors, sodas, juices.
Barback
The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill
Fort Myers, Florida
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance job skills and knowledge.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute special events and promotions.
- Removed empty bottles and trash, keeping work areas clear and sanitary.
- Assisted customers as needed, providing excellent service and support.
- Prepared garnishes for drinks, following specific recipes and presentation standards.
- Monitored and rotated stock to prevent spoilage and ensure freshness.
- Managed ice supply, ensuring bars were adequately stocked throughout shifts.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks to keep bar equipment in good working order.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all products offered at the bar including specialty beers, wines, liquors, sodas, juices .
- Used POS system to ring up customers and open and close tabs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Florida SouthWestern Collegiate High School
Fort Myers05-2021
Skills
- Cocktail preparation
- POS system operation
- Bar sanitation procedures
- Drink menu development
- Cash management
- Inventory management
- Customer engagement
Timeline
Bartender
The Lakehouse Kitchen & Bar
08.2022 - Current
Barback/Assistant Bartender
Coastal Prime
05.2022 - 08.2022
Barback
The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill
10.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Florida SouthWestern Collegiate High School