Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Work History
Bartender
7 Months
Sedona Taphouse | 01.2026 - Current
Implemented efficient workflow processes to improve speed of service during peak hours.
Developed creative drink specials that increased patron engagement and bar revenue.
Collaborated with management to design seasonal menus reflecting current trends and customer preferences.
Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Prep work of juicing lime, lemon, orange, and grapefruit juice prior to shift. Batching sangrias and old fashions.
Bartender
1 Year 4 Months
Tulu Seaside Bar & Grill | 09.2024 - 01.2026
Crafted signature cocktails using extensive knowledge of spirits and mixers.
Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing guest experience through personalized interactions.
Managed bar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
Trained new bartenders on menu items, drink preparation techniques, and customer service standards.
Bartender/ Manager
1 Year 9 Months
Forbidden Palace Restaurant And Bistro | 09.2022 - 06.2024
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
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.
Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Bartender
2 Years 3 Months
Hemingway’s Bar And Pilar | 06.2020 - 09.2022
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Bartender/ Server
3 Years 2 Months
Murphy’s Irish Pub | 04.2017 - 06.2020
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Bartender/ Server
2 Years 5 Months
Harpoon Larrys | 02.2017 - 07.2019
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Server/ Bartender/ Bar Manager
1 Year 11 Months
Ruby Tuesday | 03.2015 - 02.2017
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
Server
2 Years 7 Months
Tucanos Brazillian Grill | 08.2012 - 03.2015
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Fabricator
4 Years 4 Months
York Granite | 08.2010 - 12.2014
Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
Fabricate and installing granite countertops and backsplashes for bathrooms and kitchens.
Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.