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Bartender
Kayleigh Juhl

Kayleigh Juhl

Bartender
San Diego,CA

Summary

Veteran Bartender with progressive experience in hospitality industry ranging from casual to high-end establishments. Consistently contributes to dynamic teams at high-volume, fast-paced establishments. Expert mixologist with special knowledge of wine and spirits. Customer-savvy Bartender accustomed to demanding work with little downtime. Dedicated team player with demonstrated training and problem-solving abilities. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Coordinated Bartender with 13 years of experience leading versatile teams in bar management. Customer-oriented bar manager, anticipating guest needs, maintaining glassware stock and designing new drinks to attract customers. Action-oriented mentor leading bar staff in routine maintenance and service.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Bartender

Second Nature
San Diego, CA
06.2021 - Current
  • Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
  • Prepared for events by setting up bar, stocking supplies and arranging tables.
  • Tended bar for high-volume, fast-paced events with 300+ guests.
  • Confirmed legal drinking age and discontinued service to intoxicated guests.
  • Prepared wide variety of mixed drinks by applying extensive cocktail knowledge.
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.

Lead Bartender

Meze Greek Fusion
San Diego, CA
02.2016 - 06.2022
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Decreased waste, following strict recipes and drink measurement protocol.
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options.

Bartender

Cannonball
San Diego, CA
03.2014 - 03.2016
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks and scouted and auditioned performers for various special events.

Bartender

Fogo De Chao
San Diego, CA
08.2013 - 01.2016
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over 1500 customers daily.
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Implemented drink prep procedures that significantly reduced wasted stock.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Managed bar at special events, leading team in providing coordinated service for weddings, business meetings and social gatherings.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish/ Pre-Law

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
08.2007 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

Atlantic High School
Atlantic, IA
08.2004 - 05.2007

Skills

Liquor, beer and wine knowledge

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Certification

Level one Sommelier

03-2017

Additional Information

Andrew Walsh

Previous Supervisor and CEO of GBOD Hospitality Group.

(858) 922-8770


Drew Mcpartlin

Current Employer for special and private events

(619) 990-9201


Marla Gold

Previous Supervisor

(925) 457- 5775

Timeline

Bartender

Second Nature
06.2021 - Current

Level one Sommelier

03-2017

Lead Bartender

Meze Greek Fusion
02.2016 - 06.2022

Bartender

Cannonball
03.2014 - 03.2016

Bartender

Fogo De Chao
08.2013 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish/ Pre-Law

University of Iowa
08.2007 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

Atlantic High School
08.2004 - 05.2007

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