Ian Mcdermott
Napa,CA
Summary
Experienced professional with a successful background in food and beverage service. Adept at preparing bars, seating and supplies for special events. Top-notch mixology skills and have been working in the napa valley for 10 years. From working under thomas keller at Bouchon and doing banquets at the famous CIA Greystone to casual downtown napa restaurants. working back of the house to front of the house there isn't much i haven't done in a restaurant.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Bartender/Server
Silverado Resort
Napa
05.2023 - Current
- Provided support in organizing the buffet table and restocking food.
- Ensured tidiness of the establishment by completing general cleaning responsibilities, including sweeping floors and polishing silverware between shifts.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special dietary needs.
- Prepared and maintained buffet and salad bar by checking temperatures, restocking food and monitoring potential avenues of contamination.
- Demonstrated excellent coordination and balance while transporting trays of appetizers and drinks in busy event settings.
Bartender/server
Tarla
Napa, CA
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Ensured adherence to recipe standards when preparing a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Managed bar operations, including cocktail design and menu development, while also overseeing inventory management, regulatory compliance, and fostering customer relationships
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Suggested ideal food items and drinks to guests by considering their specific preferences, complimentary options, and current promotional deals.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
Bartender
Brix
Oakville, CA
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Accurately and efficiently handled payment processing with the POS system.
- Maintained adherence to safety protocols when working with sharp tools and hazardous chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Napa High School
Napa, CA06-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Graphics
Napa Valley College
Napa, CASkills
- Outstanding customer service
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Creative Mixology
- Marketing and sales experience
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Engaging personality
- Hardworking
- Reliable and Responsible
Timeline
Banquet Bartender/Server
Silverado Resort
05.2023 - Current
Bartender/server
Tarla
01.2022 - 03.2024
Bartender
Brix
01.2021 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Napa High School
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Graphics
Napa Valley College
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