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Isaiah Thomas

San Diego

Summary

I'm seeking a bartending position with a team that I can establish myself and grow. I have been consistently rewarded for achieving positive outcomes in all areas of employment resulting from a strong work ethic, sense of accountability, ownership of responsibilities, loyalty to the team, dedication to the mission, and focus on the goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

The Fish Market
07.2025 - Current
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.

Cocktail Server/Head Barback

Morton's The Steakhouse
06.2024 - Current
  • Provided attentive service, regularly checking in on guests to ensure their needs were met.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper handling of payments and tips.
  • Developed strong relationships with regular guests, creating personalized experiences that encouraged loyalty.
  • Enhanced customer experience by efficiently taking and delivering drink orders, providing excellent service.
  • Showcased extensive knowledge of cocktail menus, confidently answering questions and making recommendations to suit individual preferences.

Bartender

Bub's At The Ballpark
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
  • Fostered culture of teamwork, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operation during high-traffic periods.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
  • Streamlined bar operations by maintaining clean and organized work area, ensuring efficient service.
  • Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.

Shift Lead Bartender

SADDLE RANCH CHOP HOUSE
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Fostered strong relationships with regular patrons through personalized service that encouraged repeat business.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring compliance with local health regulations.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, anticipating guests'' needs and exceeding their expectations consistently.
  • Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food, and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
  • Trained [Number] new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.

Bartender

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
  • Streamlined bar operations by maintaining clean and organized work area, ensuring efficient service.
  • Fostered culture of teamwork, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operation during high-traffic periods.

Bartender/ Server

BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Spent this time trying to hone in on how to read people and know what they want even before they do. Every place is a learning tool and teaches you about the wants and needs of all patrons.
  • Performed all other duties that came with shift leader and server.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.

Education

High School Diploma -

Verrado High School
Buckeye, AZ
06-2016

Skills

  • Full knowledge of cocktails and preparation
  • Efficient in multiple POS systems
  • SD Food handler's and RBS certificate
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with others

Timeline

Bartender

The Fish Market
07.2025 - Current

Cocktail Server/Head Barback

Morton's The Steakhouse
06.2024 - Current

Bartender

Bub's At The Ballpark
05.2024 - 02.2025

Shift Lead Bartender

SADDLE RANCH CHOP HOUSE
09.2023 - 04.2024

Bartender

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
04.2022 - 09.2023

Bartender/ Server

BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE
03.2021 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Verrado High School

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