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Work History
Education
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Manuel Contreras

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Dynamic bartender with extensive experience. Excelling in cocktail crafting and customer engagement. Proven ability to train staff and manage inventory effectively, ensuring a vibrant bar atmosphere. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering exceptional service and enhancing guest experiences.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Savoy Tivoli
San Francisco, CA
06.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and served beverages according to customer preferences and established recipes.
  • Maintained cleanliness of bar area, including cleaning glasses and equipment regularly.
  • Operated cash register, handling transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.

Bartender

The San Francisco Athletic Club
San Francisco, CA
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
  • Arranged bottles and glasses behind bar to make attractive displays.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.

Bartender, Server and Food Runner

Tacolicious
San Francisco, CA
03.2013 - Current
  • Delivered food orders promptly to tables and designated areas.
  • Assisted servers in organizing and prioritizing food delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area and service stations.
  • Monitored guest needs and provided exceptional service support.
  • Took and processed customer orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Assisted in training new servers on restaurant procedures.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.

Bartender and Server

Korner Store
San Francisco, CA
03.2021 - 02.2025
  • Provided excellent customer service by engaging with patrons and taking orders.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of drink orders.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.

Bartender and Server

Mestiza
San Francisco, CA
02.2019 - 02.2020
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.

Cashier and Food Runner

4505 Burgers and BBQ
San Francisco, CA
09.2016 - 05.2019
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Removed dishes and glasses from tables for cleaning.
  • Maintained supplies such as napkins, silverware, glassware and plates throughout shift.
  • Assisted servers in setting up tables for guests.
  • Followed proper cash handling procedures when accepting payments from customers.

Education

GED -

City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
01-2007

Skills

  • Beverage preparation
  • Cash handling
  • Inventory management
  • Cocktail crafting
  • Customer engagement
  • POS operation
  • Effective communication
  • Training others
  • Safe food handling procedures
  • Strong multitasking
  • Fluency in English and Spanish

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bartender

Savoy Tivoli
06.2025 - Current

Bartender

The San Francisco Athletic Club
03.2025 - Current

Bartender and Server

Korner Store
03.2021 - 02.2025

Bartender and Server

Mestiza
02.2019 - 02.2020

Cashier and Food Runner

4505 Burgers and BBQ
09.2016 - 05.2019

Bartender, Server and Food Runner

Tacolicious
03.2013 - Current

GED -

City College of San Francisco

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