Bar & Floor
Matthew Henderson
Bartender, Server, Management
Houston,Tx
Summary
Over fifteen years of experience in casual, elevated, & fine dining, I specialize in service, bar operations, as well as management. I have successfully managed bar inventory, coordinated liquor orders, promotions, and crafted cocktails feat. on social media. As a freelance bartender, I provide FOH support for high-volume venues, weddings, banquets, & events through multiple Houston-based agencies.
-Additionally, I have Six years of experience in the Oil & Gas Construction industry as a Chemical Laboratory Contractor. My responsibilities included aligning with client expectations, & performing tasks such as demolition, rebuilds, clean plumbing install & carpentry, while ensuring safety compliance as a licensed apprentice.
Overview
20
20
10
10
Kitchen assistance.
10
10
Inventory / Logistics.
6
6
Wearhouse / Forklift.
7
7
Plubming / Carpentry.
6
6
Managment
Work History
Server/Shift Lead
Auden at Autry Park
Houston, United States
10 2023 - 03 2024
- Set up dining room for dinner service
- Support and assist any and all Bar needs
- Implement checklist for both opening and closing side duties
- Ensure amazing service to each guest, each and every shift
- Keep track of all cash and credit card payments
Freelance Bartender and Event Staff
Instawork, Gigpro, Flex, Qwick, Wolf Gang Puck:
Houston, TX
09 2023 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Manager, Server, Bartender
Baja Sur Fresh Mex
The Woodlands, United States
09 2023 - 10 2023
- Maintained consistency in completing six days/75 hours of work weekly.
- Operated independently as both bartender, server, and manager. Completing duties for all roles; open to close. (Except weekends when additional help was provided.)
- Responsible for Bar inventory, liquor orders and liquors sales,
- Submit daily Sales & Labor reports as well as managing schedules, payroll & vendor orders/payments.
- Event booking & creating exclusive menu/cocktail list for every client.
- During my time w/ Baja Sur I personally increased guests overall experience, online review & ratings from three to five stars. Attracting new clientele.
Server/Bartender
Kemuri Tatsu-ya
Austin, Tx, United States
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Attend 30 minute preshift every day taking notes and verbal daily buisness
- Drop all dishes to table, naming each dish by its name in Japanese, how it's prepared and how we suggest they should eat it
- Close restaurant at end of the night, polish all silverware and glasses
- Clean, sweep and mop your section
Server/Shift Lead
Liberty Kitchen @ Treehouse
Houston, United States
11.2020 - 01.2020
- Provide great service to all guests that is also genuine and consistent
- Keep track of all payments including cash and credit card
- Perform all opening, closing and running side duties
- Support front of house and bar by helping guest needs as well as pre-bussing and clearing tables
Contractor/Supervisor
Laboratory Mechanical Services LLC
Katy, Tx, United States
10.2013 - 05.2015
Part- General Manager and Lead Batrista
Jane and John Dough
Tomball, TX
06.2011 - 10.2013
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Conducted comprehensive training for new hires on coffee origins. Explaining distinct tasting notes of each origin.
- Instructed employees on cleaning and maintaining espresso machines.
Bartender, Server
Ciscos Salsa Company
Tomball, TX
07.2008 - 02.2011
- Open and or close Restaurant, completing all duties as well as maintaining a clean work space.
- Ensure all cocktails were prepared properly.
- Handled event setup, breakdown, and bartending for booked events at the Nextdoor restaurant venue.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Education
Plumbing Apprenticeship - Licensed Apprenticeship in Chemical Plumbing for Specialized Petroleum Laboratori
Texas State board of plumbing examiners
Austin, Tx05.2015
OSHA safe training -
Houston Safety Council
Houston, Tx05.2015
High School Diploma -
Cypress Springs High School
Houston, Tx05.2005
Skills
- TABC Certified (Through 03/18/26)
- Texas Food Safety Manager Certification (Through 11/09/27)
- Differentiated Learning Techniques
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Adaptability
- Food preparation and safety
- Staff training, scheduling and managing
- Book keeping & liquor sales
- Attention to details
- Creative solutions
Timeline
Server/Shift Lead
Liberty Kitchen @ Treehouse
11.2020 - 01.2020
Server/Bartender
Kemuri Tatsu-ya
01.2020 - 09.2020
Contractor/Supervisor
Laboratory Mechanical Services LLC
10.2013 - 05.2015
Part- General Manager and Lead Batrista
Jane and John Dough
06.2011 - 10.2013
Bartender, Server
Ciscos Salsa Company
07.2008 - 02.2011
OSHA safe training -
Houston Safety Council
Plumbing Apprenticeship - Licensed Apprenticeship in Chemical Plumbing for Specialized Petroleum Laboratori
Texas State board of plumbing examiners
High School Diploma -
Cypress Springs High School
Server/Shift Lead
Auden at Autry Park
10 2023 - 03 2024
Manager, Server, Bartender
Baja Sur Fresh Mex
09 2023 - 10 2023
Freelance Bartender and Event Staff
Instawork, Gigpro, Flex, Qwick, Wolf Gang Puck:
09 2023 - Current