Matthew Arias
Madera,CA
Summary
Capable bartender passionate about serving customers well while exceeding customer expectations and maintaining poise and sense of humor in demanding environments. Strong history of exceptional service in fast pace busy establishments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outside Operations Supervisor
Bison Golf Course
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Created an environment for employees for grow and thrive in their current position
- Assisted with customer relations inside the Pro Shop and outside
- Created new systems to improve productivity and cut down on unnecessary tasks
Bartender/Server
Blast And Brew
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Served high customer volumes with high customer service during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
Education
Associate of Arts - American History
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Bakersfield, CA05.2017
Skills
- Basic Accounting
- Food Preparation
- Food Service
- Food Running
- Beverage Preparation
- Menu Memorization
Certification
- Food Handlers Card (expires 2026)
- RBS Certified (expires 2026)
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Blast And Brew
11.2022 - 10.2023
Outside Operations Supervisor
Bison Golf Course
09.2020 - 10.2021
Associate of Arts - American History
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School