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Kevin Arnieri

Chicago,IL

Summary

Outgoing individual who has a creative flair with seven years of bartending experience and about twelve years of restaurant experience overall. Knowledgeable with classic cocktails, exotic wines and craft beer. Reliable professional who has a passion for the service industry and wants to continue to grow and get stronger as a bartender.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Osteria Via Stato
Chicago, Illinois
01.2023 - Current
  • Restaurant specializes in Italian wines and I showcased expertise in upselling food/ wine pairings to increase check average
  • Improved multi-tasking skills while maintaining accuracy and cleanliness
  • Set a new standard for how the bar should be prepped and kept organized

Head Bartender

BarDavid @ David Rubenstein Forum
Chicago, Illinois
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Specialized in crafting high-end cocktails and showcased expertise in a diverse range of premium spirits
  • Developed seasonal cocktail menus
  • Conducted regular inventory checks of all beer, wine, spirits, juices, and other ingredients used in cocktails. Assisted management in placing liquor orders

Bartender

Soho House Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.2018 - 03.2020

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  • Company that has several different restaurant concepts throughout the building. Showed a willingness to move around and adapt to each one
  • Gained knowledge in world cuisine, domestic/ international wine and mentored under a master sommelier
  • Maintained an outstanding report with bar regulars and established new regulars through genuine hospitality

Bartender

Tanta Chicago
Chicago, IL
03.2017 - 12.2018
  • Anywhere between 300-400 covers on Friday and Saturday -full service bar -very knowledgable with our Peruvian food menu, 16 cocktails on our dinner menu, plus knowledge of spirits, wine and beer

Education

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL

Skills

  • Outstanding customer service
  • Outgoing personality
  • Anticipating guest needs
  • Maintaining a clean bar

Timeline

Bartender

Osteria Via Stato
01.2023 - Current

Head Bartender

BarDavid @ David Rubenstein Forum
09.2021 - 01.2023

Bartender

Soho House Chicago
12.2018 - 03.2020

Bartender

Tanta Chicago
03.2017 - 12.2018

Joliet Junior College
Kevin Arnieri