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Joshua Peterson

Joshua Peterson

Brooklyn Park

Summary

With experience in wine, spirits, bartending and entertainment, I have a thorough knowledge in delighting guests through drink, laughter and understanding their tastes. Proficient in creating a lively atmosphere where the customer feels at ease, knowing their bartender will always make their drink to order.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Wine Sommelier

King Frosch Wines
03.2020 - 06.2025
  • Developed and maintained an extensive wine list, catering to varied tastes and price points for optimal selection.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by recommending and pairing wines and educating customers on their own wine palates.
  • Insuring sales goals for the company were met. As well as finding new locations to sell and taste our wine.
  • Established lasting relationships with different events and vendors across multiple states, mostly in the southwest.

Whiskey Expert

Adventurous Stills
02.2023 - 06.2025
  • Bartending and hosting special events at the Distillery
  • Educated fellow staff members on whiskey varieties, enhancing team knowledge and improving overall service quality.
  • Set and monitored sales targets, motivating staff to achieve goals and excel in their roles as whiskey experts.
  • Providing Distillery tours and whiskey tastings, educating our guests on the whiskey making process and upselling our premium products for increased revenue.
  • Educating the public and selling our products at large events, Fairs and Festivals.


Party Entertainer

Splendid Absurdity
04.2021 - 08.2025
  • Enhanced party atmosphere by providing lively entertainment and engaging activities for guests.
  • Finding and contacting leads for potential future events.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to last-minute changes in event schedules or performance requests without compromising quality of experience for guests.
  • Maximized audience engagement through fire breathing, fire eating, live music, DJ, Karaoke, costumed character's, balloon twisting and face painting.
  • Received numerous positive reviews on social media platforms due to exceptional customer service skills and unforgettable performances.

Barback

House of Comedy
01.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
  • Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
  • Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
  • Helped with hosting and with kitchen expo if needed.
  • Helped run sound and lights for the comedy club.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ

Skills

  • Safety awareness
  • Relationship building
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • High Energy
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Wine tasting and whiskey expertise
  • Food pairing
  • Sensory analysis
  • Flexible schedule
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Upselling
  • Self-driven and motivated
  • Humorous banter

Timeline

Whiskey Expert

Adventurous Stills
02.2023 - 06.2025

Party Entertainer

Splendid Absurdity
04.2021 - 08.2025

Wine Sommelier

King Frosch Wines
03.2020 - 06.2025

Barback

House of Comedy
01.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

Thomas Edison State University

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