Lindsey Casanova
Queens,NY
Summary
Skilled bartender with background in crafting classic and innovative cocktails, managing bar operations, and delivering exceptional customer service. Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of cleanliness and organization while multitasking in fast-paced environments. Strong interpersonal skills ensure memorable guest experiences and foster repeat business. Successfully increased bar revenue through effective upselling techniques and efficient inventory management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Ravel Hotel
Long Island City, New York
12.2023 - Current
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Bartender
Saint Marc Brasseria
Manhattan, New York
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided excellent customer service by engaging in friendly conversation with guests.
- Performed opening, closing duties including sanitation tasks before, after shift.
- Learned new formulas and menus to best serve customers with tasty drinks and current advice on selections.
Bartender
Hangar 11 Bar & Grill
Kew Gardens, New York
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
Head Bartender
Lovells guiding light
Jamaica, New York
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques
- Created signature beverages to increase revenue and patron loyalty.
- Made weekly reports of sales figures for management review.
- Enforced responsible alcohol consumption among customers by ensuring that no one was over-served or served underage patrons.
Head Bartender
Russos on the Bay
Howard Beach, New York
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Organized bar staff scheduling, including vacation time requests and sick days.
- Trained new bartenders on proper techniques for mixing drinks
- Enforced responsible alcohol consumption ensuring no one was over-served
Server
La Villa Pizzeria
Howard Beach, New York
08.2016 - 09.2021
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions, details of inquiries, comments, and actions taken.
- Operated cash registers for transactions
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert H Goddard High School For Comm Arts 7 & Technology
Ozone Park, NY06-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Digital Communications And Media
Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NYSkills
- Multi-Task Management
- Adaptive team player
- Customer Service expertise
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- New Hire Training
- Extensive spirits knowledge
- Cocktail list development
- Creative Mixology
Timeline
Bartender
Saint Marc Brasseria
09.2024 - 05.2025
Bartender
Hangar 11 Bar & Grill
01.2024 - 09.2024
Bartender
Ravel Hotel
12.2023 - Current
Head Bartender
Russos on the Bay
10.2022 - 09.2023
Head Bartender
Lovells guiding light
11.2021 - 05.2024
Server
La Villa Pizzeria
08.2016 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Robert H Goddard High School For Comm Arts 7 & Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Digital Communications And Media
Queens College of The City University of New York