John Bernard
Wilsonville,Al
Summary
I am hospitality professional with over 25 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. I excel at designing and organizing systemic and physical systems to help facilitate efficiency and a harmonious working environment. I'm very good at figuring out better ways to make things work in an unpredictable, fast paced environment.
Business professional prepared for this role, bringing wealth of experience in strategic planning and operational management. Delivered impactful results through effective leadership and resource optimization. Focused on fostering team collaboration and achieving exceptional outcomes with adaptability and reliability. Skilled in financial management, strategic growth, and customer relations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Cattywampus Cocktails & Spirits
01.2025 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Head Bartender
Porco Lounge & Tiki Room
02.2014 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily bar operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient workflow.
Coffemate and Toll House Cookie Utility
Nestle/L.J. Minor
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
Kitchen worker
Tremont Taphouse
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to prepare food items according to recipes and specifications.
Night Kitchen Manager
Chikfila
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Supervised night operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Service Bartender
Society Lounge
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service by efficiently managing high-volume drink orders and ensuring timely service.
Line Cook
Taco Tontos
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Prepared high-quality meals in accordance with restaurant recipes and standards.
Assistant General Manager and Bar Manager
Melt Bar and Grilled
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Supervised daily operations to ensure exceptional customer service and efficient workflow.
Barback and Busser
Great Lakes Brewing Company
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Supported bartenders by restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness of bar area.
Cafeteria Food Worker
University of Cincinnati
01.2003 - 01.2003
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare meals in compliance with health and safety standards.
Barista
Java Jive
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Prepared high-quality beverages with attention to detail and customer preferences.
Prep Cook
Cooker Bar and Grill
01.1997 - 09.1997
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, ensuring freshness and quality standards.
Education
BA cum Laude - Urban Studies
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio01.2020
Skills
- Modern mixology expertise
- Hospitality-focused communication
- Menu design expertise
- Bar and restaurant design
- Data and sales analytics
- On-site and off-site event planning
- Staff development and mentoring
- Flexible problem-solving skills
- Basic financial transaction management
- Operational planning
Awards
“Best Bar Team-USA Central” Tales of the Cocktail 2018, “Best Bar Team-USA Central” Tales of the Cocktail 2022, “Best Bar Team-USA Central” Tales of the Cocktail 2023, “Best Cocktail Bar-USA Central” Tales of the Cocktail 2018, “Best Cocktail Bar-USA Central” Tales of the Cocktail 2019, “Best Cocktail Bar-USA Central” Tales of the Cocktail 2020, “World Record for World's Largest Daiquiri” Set in Cleveland, Ohio 2016, “Best Bars in America” liquor.com 2016, “Best New Bar” Scene Magazine 2014, “Best Cocktail-Mai Tai” Scene Magazine 2015, “Best Hipster Bar” Scene Magazine 2015, “Best Bartender-John Bernard, Porco Lounge” Scene Magazine 2017, “Best Cocktail Bar” Scene Magazine 2018, Best Cocktail Bar” Scene Magazine 2019, “Best Cocktail Bar” Scene Magazine 2020 “Best Cocktail Bar” Scene Magazine 2022, “Best Cocktails” Cleveland Magazine 2014, “Best Cocktails” Cleveland Magazine 2016, “Best Cocktails” Cleveland Magazine 2018, “Cleveland's Best 50 Best Bars” Cleveland Magazine (cover) 2022, “People's Choice” South Beach Wine & Food Festival 2016
Publications
“Easy Tiki: A Modern Revival with 60 Recipes” Chloe Frechette, May 12, 2020
Certification
- Certified Food Protection Manger, Cattywampus Spirits & Cocktails - 2025
Timeline
Owner
Cattywampus Cocktails & Spirits
01.2025 - Current
Coffemate and Toll House Cookie Utility
Nestle/L.J. Minor
04.2023 - 10.2024
Kitchen worker
Tremont Taphouse
04.2021 - 09.2021
Night Kitchen Manager
Chikfila
04.2020 - 01.2021
Service Bartender
Society Lounge
12.2019 - 01.2020
Head Bartender
Porco Lounge & Tiki Room
02.2014 - 10.2024
Line Cook
Taco Tontos
01.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant General Manager and Bar Manager
Melt Bar and Grilled
01.2007 - 01.2012
Barback and Busser
Great Lakes Brewing Company
01.2004 - 01.2008
Cafeteria Food Worker
University of Cincinnati
01.2003 - 01.2003
Barista
Java Jive
01.1999 - 01.2002
Prep Cook
Cooker Bar and Grill
01.1997 - 09.1997
BA cum Laude - Urban Studies
Cleveland State University
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