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Marcel Gonzales

Nashville,TN

Summary

Bartender with worldly experience that consistently provides guests with enticing cocktails that expand their flavor profile. Very detail oriented and strives to provide the perfect experience for patrons. Works well with others and is always willing to go the extra mile for teammates. Always searching for new inspiration by crafting syrups, shrubs, and new garnishes to express creativity and personality.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Soho House
06.2023 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Enforced company policies to protect the privacy of high profile celebrities and create a respectful environment for all members.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures in accordance with Tennessee state laws.

Bartender

Layer Cake
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Crafted cocktails in a very loud and fast paced environment, adapting to many challenges throughout the shift.
  • Ensured the safety of patrons by effectively communicating with security and management to reduce the number of guest incidents.
  • Provided direction for support staff to maintain a well stocked and clean workplace.

Bartender

Virago
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Engaged and tailored service for each guest, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Offered assistance wherever needed and assisted with dishwashing, expo line, hosting, serving, and managerial duties.
  • Provided fine dining steps of service to allow guests to enjoy an elevated experience.
  • Explained unfamiliar delicacies to guests to guide their dining experience.

Nodal Network Systems Operator

US Army
06.2015 - 08.2021
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
  • Expertly trained and identified as one of the top performers in my job title
  • Participated in global scale operations to defend the United States and its allies.
  • Volunteered for mundane tasks and schools constantly to set myself apart from the average. Represented my organization for nationwide competitions.
  • Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
  • Trained as a special operations candidate to further my career.

Education

BBA - Entrepreneurial Studies

Belmont University
Nashville, TN
05.2025

Skills

  • Food Service
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Creative Mixology
  • Engaging Personality
  • Inventory
  • Liquor, Beer, and Wine Knowledge
  • Team Training and Development
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Timeline

Bartender

Soho House
06.2023 - Current

Bartender

Layer Cake
04.2023 - 06.2023

Bartender

Virago
11.2021 - 04.2023

Nodal Network Systems Operator

US Army
06.2015 - 08.2021

BBA - Entrepreneurial Studies

Belmont University

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