Manuel Ferrer
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
Skilled Bartender/Bar Manager with strong track record of success in all areas of restaurant operations. Resourceful and hard working with excellent attention to detail and strong leadership skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Riva Fish House
Santa Cruz, CA
07.2012 - Current
- Kept detailed inventories of bar supplies and stocked work areas to maintain workflow efficiently.
- Maximized employee morale and corrected performance issues in accordance with established standards.
- Monitored cash intake to eliminate discrepancies.
- Maintained current knowledge of all bar and menu options to prepare specialty or routine drink orders and provide appropriate food recommendations for guests.
Server
Kiantis Pizza & Pasta Bar
Santa Cruz, CA
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Bartender
The Landmark
Fresno, CA
02.2008 - 06.2012
- Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
- Optimized bar inventory and storage to effectively meet expected business levels with adequate stock of alcohol, soft drinks and other supplies.
- Managed bar area, including cocktail design and menu, inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Supported servers by preparing specialty drinks for patrons in all areas of establishment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Heald College
Fresno, CASkills
- Organizational ability
- Safe serving knowledge
- Marketing and sales experience
- Wine and liquor expertise
Timeline
Bar Manager
Riva Fish House
07.2012 - Current
Server
Kiantis Pizza & Pasta Bar
07.2012 - 05.2013
Bartender
The Landmark
02.2008 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Heald College