Julianna Rubio
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced bartender and hospitality professional with 6+ years of success in high-volume restaurants, breweries, pubs, and specialty dining concepts. Adept at providing personalized guest service, recommending food and beverage pairings, and maintaining efficiency and composure during busy service periods. Known for creating welcoming guest experiences, collaborating seamlessly with team members, and adapting quickly to new menus and service styles. UC Berkeley Philosophy graduate with exceptional communication skills, professionalism, and a strong commitment to excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender, Server
Lazy Dog
West Covina, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Provide exceptional, personalized service in a high-volume restaurant and bar, fostering genuine connection memorable dining experiences.
- Prepare and serve cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages while maintaining accuracy, and consistent service standards.
- Recommend menu items, beverage pairings, and seasonal specials to enhance the guest experience
- Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment by collaborating with servers, bartenders, hosts, and kitchen service.
- Balance multiple priorities during peak service periods while maintaining a positive attitude, attention to detail.
- Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety while maintaining a well-stocked area
Bartender
Black Watch Pub
Upland, CA
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided attentive service in a busy, historic British pub known for craft beer, fish n chips, and nightly local specials.
- Demonstrated strong product knowledge of local and international craft beers, enhancing guest experience and driving beverage sales.
- Supported high-volume operations during peak sports seasons and large local events.
- Trained and mentored new bartenders, ensuring consistency in service standards and menu knowledge.
- Promoted nightly specials and seasonal offerings, contributing to increased sales and guest engagement.
Server, Bartender
Drake's Dealership
Oakland, CA
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Delivered exceptional service in a high-volume brewery and restaurant, creating memorable guest experiences in both the dining room and expansive outdoor beer garden.
- Developed extensive knowledge of 32 rotating draft beers, including Drake's Brewing selections and guest breweries, providing recommendations and food pairings tailored to guest preferences.
- Provided banquet and private event service, ensuring seamless execution through attentive guest service, efficient communication, and collaboration with event and restaurant teams.
Bartender
Fish N Bird Izakaya
Berkeley, CA
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered attentive, personalized service in a modern Japanese izakaya, creating an elevated dining experience.
- Prepared and served cocktails, sake, Japanese whisky, beer, and wine while ensuring accuracy, consistency, a.
- Guided guests through traditional and contemporary Japanese food and beverage offerings, making recommendations preferences and pairings.
- Developed a strong understanding of Japanese cuisine, culture, and hospitality to provide knowledgeable assistance.
Barback, Bartender
Tap Haus
Berkeley, CA
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered fast, friendly service in a high-volume college-town bar, especially during peak university game days and weekends.
- Consistently selected for the busiest shifts, demonstrating reliability and ability to thrive under pressure.
- Accurately handled cash and credit transactions, managed nightly deposits, and oversaw closing procedures.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar to ensure smooth operations during rushes.
- Built rapport with a diverse customer base, enhancing guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- A high-volume college-town bar, especially during peak university game days and weekends.
Education
B.A - Philospohy
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA01-2024
A.A - Philosophy
Citrus College
Azusa, CA01-2022
Skills
- Beverage inventory management
- Cocktail preparation
- Sales promotion
- Team collaboration
- Event coordination
- Cash handling
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Timeline
Bartender, Server
Lazy Dog
02.2025 - Current
Bartender
Black Watch Pub
08.2024 - 02.2025
Bartender
Fish N Bird Izakaya
04.2023 - 05.2024
Barback, Bartender
Tap Haus
08.2022 - 03.2023
Server, Bartender
Drake's Dealership
05.2021 - 06.2024
B.A - Philospohy
University of California, Berkeley
A.A - Philosophy
Citrus College