KAPONO GATES
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Hardworking professional with 8+ years of experience in the beverage industry. Capable bartender passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments. Well-organized and dependable with a positive and friendly nature. I enjoy engaging with guests, creating a fun environment, and providing a memorable experience for customers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mixologist
The Cosmopolitan
08.2023 - Current
- Maintain expert knowledge of classic cocktails as well as emerging trends in mixology to continually refine skillset.
- Ensured quality control by regularly monitoring and adjusting inventory levels for optimal freshness.
- Enhanced customer experience by creating visually appealing and innovative cocktails.
- Answer any questions as well as provided recommendations within hotel and casino.
Bartender
Horizon Event Solutions
09.2022 - Current
- Greet, interact, and serve guests in a timely manner with an upbeat attitude
- Anticipates guests needs and responds to requests, directions, and information
- Maintain a clean and stocked bar area
- Set up and break down bar area
Bartender
La Mona Rosa
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepares craft cocktails for high volume bar and restaurant
- Gives recommendations for both food and drinks according to guests preferences
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Flair bartender
The D
06.2015 - 02.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing entertaining and engaging flair bartending performances.
- Collaborated with fellow bartenders to maintain a clean and efficient work environment, ensuring smooth operations during busy hours.
- Built rapport with regular customers by remembering preferences and providing personalized service, encouraging repeat business.
Education
Cheyenne High School
Las Vegas, NV2007
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Efficient multitasking
- Team Collaboration
- Expert Cocktail Creation
- Classic Cocktail Knowledge
- Event bartending experience
Certification
- Techniques of Alcohol Management (TAM)
- Union Pour Card
- Food Handlers Card
- Sheriffs Card
Timeline
Mixologist
The Cosmopolitan
08.2023 - Current
Bartender
La Mona Rosa
02.2023 - 08.2023
Bartender
Horizon Event Solutions
09.2022 - Current
Flair bartender
The D
06.2015 - 02.2021
Cheyenne High School
- Techniques of Alcohol Management (TAM)
- Union Pour Card
- Food Handlers Card
- Sheriffs Card
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