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Iris Serrano

New Haven,CT

Summary

Dynamic professional with proven expertise in cocktail creation and exceptional customer service at The Luke Brasserie. Led staff training and event coordination, resulting in increased customer loyalty and high online ratings. Skilled in inventory management and team leadership, consistently improving service quality and operational efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Bartender and Lead Server

The Luke Brasserie
New Haven, CT
03.2023 - 05.2025

Managed operations and created cocktail menus to elevate service standards.
Trained staff in mixology and customer service to enhance performance.
Led server team to consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences.
Developed unique cocktails, resulting in outstanding online reviews and increased customer loyalty.
Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring customers felt valued and appreciated.

Cook/Food Server

Choupette Creperie
New Haven, CT
08.2021 - 02.2023
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
  • Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.

Office Manager

New York Lease llc
Long Island, NY
01.2018 - 08.2021
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Maintained confidential records relating to personnel matters.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
  • Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
  • Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.

Education

Bartending License Recieved - Mixology

N.Y.I of Gaming & Hospitality
New York, NY
08-1998

GED -

C.E.C Career Center
The Bronx, NY
07-1998

Skills

  • Cocktail creation and mixology
  • Customer service excellence
  • Inventory management
  • Team leadership
  • Event coordination
  • Staff training
  • Quality control
  • Sales strategies

Custom

  • Experienced bartender with an average 4.5-star rating across 50+ online reviews
  • Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer experiences, and leading high performance teams.
  • Coordinated and executed marketing events, including decorating, promoting, and hosting events that drove business and engagement.
  • Trained and mentored staff members on mixology, customer service, and bar operations, elevating team performance and morale.

Timeline

Head Bartender and Lead Server

The Luke Brasserie
03.2023 - 05.2025

Cook/Food Server

Choupette Creperie
08.2021 - 02.2023

Office Manager

New York Lease llc
01.2018 - 08.2021

Bartending License Recieved - Mixology

N.Y.I of Gaming & Hospitality

GED -

C.E.C Career Center
Iris Serrano