Kody Kniest
Denver,CO
Summary
Reliable Bartender with background in both high-volume and intimate bar settings. Skills include mixology, customer service, cash handling, inventory management and team collaboration. Known for creating unique cocktails that enhance dining experience and increase customer satisfaction. Proven ability to improve bar operations and contribute to business growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Recess Beer Garden
Denver
10.2022 - Current
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
Bartender
Tap XIV/Hayters
Denver, CO
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Lead Bartender
Patxis’s Pizza
Seattle, Washington
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Maintained safety and sanitation standards with firm enforcement amongst bar staff.
- Restocked beer and liquor regularly and after special events.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Trained new bartenders on proper pouring techniques, responsible alcohol service policies and legal requirements regarding alcohol sales and service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountlake Terrace High School
Seattle, Washington06-2011
Skills
- Cocktail preparation
- POS system operation
- Drink recipe knowledge
- Bar inventory management
- Customer relationship management
- Upselling strategies
- Team leadership
- Time management
Timeline
Bartender
Recess Beer Garden
10.2022 - Current
Bartender
Tap XIV/Hayters
07.2019 - 10.2022
Lead Bartender
Patxis’s Pizza
08.2015 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Mountlake Terrace High School