Jose "Jay" Gonzalez
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
I am bartender with over 10 years background in hospitality and mixology with multiple certifications. My goal is use my passion for the craft to help a brand new venue, such as Caspian's, to grow and succeed.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
09.2019 - Current
- Prepare ordered drinks with proper portions and ingredients such as wine, liquor and related bar service to guests at assigned stations
- Mix drinks according to prescribed recipes; keep station stocked with all liquor, glasses and accessories necessary;
- Account for all beginning cash register bank, all cash, complimentary drinks and charge receipts
- Responsible for all aspects of the bar ranging from preparation to service
- Ensure that supplies and stock are at sufficient levels to accommodate business demands during shift
Bartender/Server/Shiftlead
The Cheesecake Factory
10.2012 - 10.2022
- Bartending and Shiftlead Experience
- Craft bartending experience
- Experienced in high volume service with fine dining aspects incorporated
- Assisted in opening Cheesecake Factory's first-ever outdoor bar
Bartender
DLS Events
05.2016 - 08.2019
- High volume bartending for large events including music festivals and nightlife venues
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona
Pomona, CA06-2016
Skills
- Experience in creation of craft cocktails
- Exceptional Customer Service
-fatwashing, flash infusions, drink clarification, etc
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
- Fluent in 3 languages
Certification
- BarSmarts Certified (March 2022)
- Ciserone Level 1- Certified Beer Server (2020)
- Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits: Certified Liquor Professional (in progress)
Accomplishments
- 1st Place - fat-washed bourbon cocktail: "The Fireside"
Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits Academy Cocktail Competition Winner (2023)
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bartender
Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
09.2019 - Current
Bartender
DLS Events
05.2016 - 08.2019
Bartender/Server/Shiftlead
The Cheesecake Factory
10.2012 - 10.2022
- BarSmarts Certified (March 2022)
- Ciserone Level 1- Certified Beer Server (2020)
- Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits: Certified Liquor Professional (in progress)
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona
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