Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Accomplishments
Best of Monterey County 2020
Timeline
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Joshua Aguirre

Pacific Grove,CA

Summary

A “Great” Bar Manager / Bartender is much more than a mixologist. A great Bar Manager is an ambassador for the bar/restaurant both while at work and away from it. A world class cocktail is paramount. However, when an individual can marry a world class cocktail with a “great” attitude, a working knowledge of local spirits and winemakers, A likable personality, and an honest ambition to serve the patrons who frequent the establishment, one stands tall among competitors.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

MUSICIAN

Eldorados Band Monterey
Northern California Coast, CA
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
  • Performed in 2-3 shows/week
  • Practiced 5-10 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.


Bar Manager & Bartender

Scales Seafood And Steaks
Monterey, CA
07.2018 - 01.2019
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events.
  • Handled cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness and loyalty with owners.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
  • Followed all safety requirements for alcohol service and maintained network of available ride services for inebriated customers.
  • Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.
  • Reduced labor costs by improving employee schedules and workflows to capitalize on individual strengths and better meet forecasted customer demands.
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Increased profits with enhanced inventory oversight and strategic pricing adjustments.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards and productivity strategies, providing improvement over prior onboarding process

Bartender

Cannery Row Brewing Company
Monterey , CA
08.2016 - 03.2018
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.

Bar Manager & Bartender

Nicklaus Club Monterey
Monterey , CA
03.2015 - 08.2016
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Shrunk inventory costs to 10 - 16% through proactive evaluation and adjustment of vendor relationships.
  • Developed new cocktails for menu.
  • Crafted popular cocktail menu for customers preferring liquor and spirits to wine.
  • Implemented drink prep procedures that significantly reduced wasted stock.
  • Guaranteed optimal beverage stock by assessing [Timeframe] inventory and collaborating with owners for corrective action planning to limit expenses.
  • Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions. Weddings and Holidays as one would, working directly with staff and Club president as one does in a prestigious golf and tennis club environment.

Golf Caddie Manager Pebble Beach Resorts

Caddie Services Inc. (CSI)
Pebble Beach, CA
10.2013 - 05.2015

As a Caddie Manager responsible for 250+ caddies, Insured Coverage of 70,000 + rounds of golf annually across four properties. Pebble Beach golf course, Spyglass golf course, Spanish Bay golf course and Del Monte Golf course.

  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues
  • Onboarded new temps by entering into and setting up in time clock
  • Delivered to customer locations within specific timeframes

Education

No Degree - Sociology

Cabrillo Community College
Aptos, CA

25 Years Experience F&B - Customer Service / Sales

School of Hard Knocks
Everywhere USA

Accomplishments

    Voted best of Monterey County 2020 Eldorados Band of Monterey.


    Top 3 Finalist 2006 Andre Agasi Grand slam to Stardom 2006 Green Valley Hotel and Casino Las Vegas, NV

Best of Monterey County 2020

Annual Award Given to best Local talent Monterey County

Timeline

Bar Manager & Bartender

Scales Seafood And Steaks
07.2018 - 01.2019

MUSICIAN

Eldorados Band Monterey
01.2018 - 01.2021

Bartender

Cannery Row Brewing Company
08.2016 - 03.2018

Bar Manager & Bartender

Nicklaus Club Monterey
03.2015 - 08.2016

Golf Caddie Manager Pebble Beach Resorts

Caddie Services Inc. (CSI)
10.2013 - 05.2015

No Degree - Sociology

Cabrillo Community College

25 Years Experience F&B - Customer Service / Sales

School of Hard Knocks
Joshua Aguirre