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
Menu memorization
Classic cocktails
Responsible alcohol service
Level One Sommelier
Creative mixology
Certification
Level one Sommelier
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