John Morris
6120 Yerba Buena Ct,FL
Summary
Professional fine dining bartender and hospitality leader with a strong background in customer service and restaurant operations. Experienced in providing exceptional service in fine dining establishments and skilled at creating exquisite cocktails. Possesses extensive knowledge of wine and culinary pairings, coupled with the ability to foster strong customer relationships. Eager to advance my career in the food service industry while nurturing my passion for filmmaking and theatre.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front of House Manager/Lead Bartender
Root and Flower
07.2021 - 09.2024
- Responsible for having an extensive liquor & wine knowledge
- Rotating menu of 20 wines and 16 seasonal cocktails
- Optimized systems to provide a streamlined service
- Responsible for maintaining a clean bar area throughout service
- Responsible for training new staff
- Taught both staff and guests cocktail classes
- Created and maintained a great rapport with regulars and new guests
- Assisted with cocktail menu development
- Assisted with day-to-day floor supervision
- Handled difficult or intoxicated patrons while maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment
Bar Manager
Alpine & Antlers at the Beaver Creek Lodge
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted with setting up a new bar program and helping to redesign the bar for optimal service
- Responsible for ordering products while staying with bar COGS
- Responsible for monthly inventory
- Assisted with cocktail development
- Responsible for training staff on the spirits and cocktail program
- Responsible for training all new bartenders
- Responsible for making and batching all syrups, fruit, and premade cocktails
Bartender
White Bison Restaurant
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Expertly prepared a wide variety of cocktails, mixed drinks, beers, and wines
- Ensured proper drink presentation and adherence to recipes and customer preferences
- Worked closely with servers, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth operations
- Processed customer payments, handled cash, and operated the POS system accurately
- Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with guests, taking orders, and addressing their needs
- Built rapport with regular customers to foster a welcoming atmosphere
- Ensured compliance with local alcohol laws and regulations, including checking IDs
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting, Communications
West Virginia University
Morgantown, West Virginia05.2015
Skills
- Craft Bartending
- Food and Wine knowledge
- Employee Scheduling
- Guest Relations
- Conflict Resolution
- Staff Management
- Hiring
- Training and coaching
- Live Theatre/Film
- Performance Evaluation
- Food Safety Compliance
- POS system operations
Accomplishments
- Won " Vail's best Bartender 2023" for exceptional guest relations.
References
Available Upon Request
Certification
- T.I.P.S. Training
- Food Safe Training
Timeline
Front of House Manager/Lead Bartender
Root and Flower
07.2021 - 09.2024
Bar Manager
Alpine & Antlers at the Beaver Creek Lodge
11.2019 - 06.2021
Bartender
White Bison Restaurant
11.2017 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Acting, Communications
West Virginia University