LESTER GOMEZ
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Seasoned hospitality, financial, and software professional.
Attained and amassed rich expertise, and adeptness for the last 17 years. And, the journey is enriched by work experience, education, and mentorship. The skills acquired have sharpened my personality, purposefulness, and reliance. Passionately committed to mastery, value, and greatness.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender & Server
La Pecora Bianca UES
10.2023 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Experienced in fostering a welcoming atmosphere by cultivating rapport with guests and adeptly handling diverse customer preferences and requests.
Bartender & Server
Boqueria SOHO
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Proficient in utilizing industry-leading techniques and equipment to consistently deliver top-notch cocktails, enhancing overall customer satisfaction and retention.
- Skilled in creating engaging and memorable experiences for patrons through personalized drink recommendations and attention to detail in drink presentation.
- Achieved the highest per-person average and maintained it month to month.
- Memorized the restaurant's tapas ingredients and wine list. Resulting in being skilled at anticipating, identifying, and fulfilling guest needs and up-selling.
- Frequently assisted colleagues, including kitchen staff, to promote teamwork and smooth out rush hour workload.
- Successful at multitasking while maintaining to be professional and courteous.
Chief Accountant
Corkbuzz LLC
03.2013 - 08.2021
- Responsible for all accounting functions including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting for a restaurant group with 3 locations.
- Automated manual processes and integrated disparate computer systems utilizing Visual Basic Macros, saving increasing data reliability and reducing costs.
- Reported directly to the COO and advised on ways to improve the financial performance of the company.
- Worked with an outside CPA firm to prepare year-end filings and tax returns.
Education
NY SLA On-Premise ATAP -
TIPS
05.2023
Food Handler Training -
TIPS
05.2023
Certificate - Data Science
Lambda School
Online02.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Hostos Community College
The Bronx, NY05.2019
Skills
- Salesmanship
- Customer-focused service
- Multitasking
- Pivoting
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork
- Financial responsibility
- Prioritization
- Charming personality
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Accounting
- Programming
- Bilingual
- Attention to Detail
References
- Felix Gonzalez - Manager at La Pecora Bianca UES | 917-749-4173 | revgonzalezfa@gmail.com
- Simone J. Watson - AGM at PLANTA Queen | 646-832-5377 | sjamillawatson00@gmail.com
- Frank Vafier - COO at Corkbuzz LLC | 516-312-6619 | frank@corkbuzz.com
Timeline
Bartender & Server
La Pecora Bianca UES
10.2023 - Current
Bartender & Server
Boqueria SOHO
06.2021 - 10.2023
Chief Accountant
Corkbuzz LLC
03.2013 - 08.2021
NY SLA On-Premise ATAP -
TIPS
Food Handler Training -
TIPS
Certificate - Data Science
Lambda School
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Hostos Community College
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