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Lauren Putnat

Summary

I am a hardworking employee with open availability. I have experience in large-scale casual and fine dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices along with responsible and legal sales of alcohol. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized classic and modern craft cocktail recipes. I pride myself in keeping a clean work area, stocked and conveniently organized at all times and I love to work!

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Server/Trainer

Bel Air Bar & Grill
02.2015 - 11.2018
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Wine tastings and selection
  • Host and service to all private events
  • Service to neighboring elite and Disney family

Bartender/Lead Server/Trainer

Wally's Wine & Bistro
11.2014 - 10.2016
  • Responsible for high end service of Provincial cuisine with a over 3000 local and international Wines by the bottle, 150 wines by the glass and prohibition style crafted cocktails to local elite, politicians and celebrities
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends
  • Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift, closing shift and taking inventory.
  • Training of all FOH servers


Lead Server/Trainer/Reservationist/Assistant Manager

Herb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & Jazz
01.2011 - 09.2014
  • Responsible for booking restaurant and V.I.P events
  • Assisted with daily operations with Restaurant, Club and Bar
  • Training of all FOH servers and hosts
  • Supervised Venue for live recordings
  • Increased staff retention through effective communication and fostering a positive work environment, ensuring proper training on ingredients and preparation techniques.
  • Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
  • Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.

Server/Trainer/Bartender

The Getty Restaurant
03.2008 - 12.2013
  • Responsible for high volume lunch and dinner service of local farm to table California cuisine, California wines and craft cocktails to neighboring local elite, local and international guests
  • Training of all FOH staff
  • Open and closing of Restaurant and bar

Education

Business/Music

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer Service
  • Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
  • Highly reliable
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Team player attitude
  • Customer service expertise
  • Organizational ability
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Effective service to arduous guests
  • Team training and development

Timeline

Bartender/Server/Trainer

Bel Air Bar & Grill
02.2015 - 11.2018

Bartender/Lead Server/Trainer

Wally's Wine & Bistro
11.2014 - 10.2016

Lead Server/Trainer/Reservationist/Assistant Manager

Herb Alpert's Vibrato Grill & Jazz
01.2011 - 09.2014

Server/Trainer/Bartender

The Getty Restaurant
03.2008 - 12.2013

Business/Music

Santa Monica College

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