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Bartender

Liliana Cerda

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic bar manager with a proven track record at Antrax, excelling in customer service and inventory management. Skilled in developing seasonal beverage menus and fostering strong relationships with patrons. Known for multitasking and maintaining a clean, organized bar environment, enhancing guest experiences and driving sales effectively.

Work History

Bartender

Antrax
Houston, TX
2020 - 2022
  • Prepared and served a variety of beverages in high-volume environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health standards.
  • Operated POS system for order processing and payment transactions efficiently.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
  • Handled cash and card transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies and balancing till at end of each shift.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy and professionalism, turning potentially negative experiences into positive ones.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.

Bar Manager

Antrax
Houston, TX
2022 - 2026
  • Managed daily bar operations, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained and supervised staff on cocktail preparation and service standards.
  • Developed seasonal beverage menus to enhance guest experience and drive sales.
  • Implemented inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.
  • Coordinated special events, increasing bar visibility and customer engagement.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Handled conflict resolution among staff members promptly and professionally, maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor offerings to stay ahead of the curve in the market space.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.

Barback

Caribe
Houston
2018 - 2020
  • Stocked and organized bar inventory to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
  • Assisted bartenders in preparing drinks, enhancing customer satisfaction through prompt service.
  • Maintained cleanliness of bar area, adhering to health and safety standards consistently.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, improving overall bar efficiency.
  • Handled glassware and equipment with care, minimizing breakage and ensuring operational readiness.
  • Supported special events by setting up bars and providing excellent customer service.
  • Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
  • Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
  • Restocked glassware, cleaned tables and organized supplies to meet demanding trading periods throughout shift.
  • Coordinated with servers and bartenders to maintain smooth operation of bar area.
  • Greeted customers and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
  • Increased teamwork among staff members by proactively offering assistance whenever needed or requested from coworkers or supervisors.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Processed payments for orders and provided customers with change.

Education

High School Diploma -

St.Michaels Learning Academy
Houston, TX

Skills

Strong multitasking

Customer service

Highly reliable

Team player attitude

Patience and tolerance

Engaging personality

Alcohol awareness

Bar restocking

Liquor restocking

Maintaining a clean bar

Cash and credit transactions

Fast learner

Honest and dependable

Hospitality and guest service

Calm and composed

Relationship building

Timeline

Bartender

Antrax
2020 - 2022

Bar Manager

Antrax
2022 - 2026

Barback

Caribe
2018 - 2020

High School Diploma -

St.Michaels Learning Academy
Liliana Cerda