JOHN GARCIA
Professional Bartender
Portage,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented, multitasking bartender with 15+ years of experience. With award wining, 100% secret shop, to providing quick and efficient VIP service to customers in High Roller casino rooms, accompanied by a proven track record of expert sales skills and product knowledge, while maintaining a welcoming environment. Professional hospitality expert with track record in high-end service environments. Skilled in mixology, customer engagement, and inventory management. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and consistently delivering exceptional results. Reliable and prepared for dynamic, client-focused settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet/Private Bartender
Byod Gaming Blue Chip Casino
10.2022 - Current
- Moderated weddings and private parties of 2,000+ people, ensuring everyone had a good time, and was informed about the company's culture and history
- Continually updated a leadership resume and honed skills by participating in various management trainings
Craft Bartender
Journeyman Distillery
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained and operated bar areas, including preparing and mixing drinks, serving food and ensuring that guests receive the best customer service
Bartender
Stray Dog Bar & Grill
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Presented a friendly, positive and professional service to customers, in a fast pace, beach bar environment while attentively listening to customers as they spoke, building rapport and understanding their needs
Circle Bartender
NWI Hard Rock Casino
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Helped manage daily operations of a busy bar, ensuring that all necessary tasks were completed on time and within budget while maintaining a clean and professional environment
High Limit Concierge/VIP Bartender
Ameristar Casinos, Inc.
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Built rapport with clients by providing quality customer service, excellent experience with liquor knowledge while upselling every guest
Bartender/Bar Staff
Fourwinds Casino
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Maintained a clean and well-organized bar area by cleaning surfaces, stocking supplies and ensuring basic bar equipment was working properly
- Improved the efficiency of bar operations by 10% through systematic use of bar and time management skills
Education
High School Diploma -
Thornwood
South Holland, IL04-1997
Skills
- Certified in Alcohol Awareness, Liquor and Tobacco License, Professional Bartender Certified
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Speed and efficiency
- Exceptional customer service
- Advanced cocktail knowledge
- Beer tasting
- Wine expertise
- Highly reliable
- Classic cocktails
- Team training and development
- Creative mixology
- Salesmanship
- Bar operations management
- Point of sale systems
- Time management
- Professional attitude
Timeline
Banquet/Private Bartender
Byod Gaming Blue Chip Casino
10.2022 - Current
Craft Bartender
Journeyman Distillery
02.2022 - 09.2022
Bartender
Stray Dog Bar & Grill
09.2021 - 02.2022
Circle Bartender
NWI Hard Rock Casino
04.2021 - 08.2021
High Limit Concierge/VIP Bartender
Ameristar Casinos, Inc.
12.2019 - 04.2021
Bartender/Bar Staff
Fourwinds Casino
01.2019 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Thornwood