Matthew Smith
San Diego,CA
Summary
I'm seeking a bartending position with a dynamic team to establish and advance professional growth. Recognized consistently for achieving positive outcomes in various roles, fueled by a strong work ethic, accountability, ownership, team loyalty, dedication to the mission, and goal-oriented mindset.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Barback/Bartender
House Of Blues
08.2018 - Current
- Working multiple bars in a fast paced atmosphere with a capacity of 1400 people.
- Perform opening and closing tasks including stocking (alcohol and fruit), organizing, and cleaning multiple bars every shift.
- Work hand in hand with many employees including head bartender, security, and management.
- Helped with inventory and receiving orders.
Head Bartender
Ramen Ryoma
01.2019 - 11.2022
- Assisted in the opening of multiple restaurants.
- Created beer and wine selection for my location.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Took drink and food orders from up to 150 customers per shift and filled them quickly without error.
- Hired and trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Developed relationships with regular customers while encouraging others to become return customers.
Head Bartender/Server
Jinya
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Assisted in the opening two locations. One in Las Vegas and one in San Diego.
- Solely responsible for alcohol orders and training of new staff.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Bartender
The Tower Bar
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Opening/closing duties. Overseeing 3 to 4 staff members on any given shift.
- Scheduling and booking agent for bands.
Education
Music Recording And Music Buisness
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CAGaslamp Bartending School
San Diego, CASkills
Full knowledge of cocktails and preparation
Efficient in POS systems
Food handlers and RBS certificate
Team mentality
Efficient multitasking
Excellent customer service skills
Timeline
Head Bartender
Ramen Ryoma
01.2019 - 11.2022
Barback/Bartender
House Of Blues
08.2018 - Current
Head Bartender/Server
Jinya
05.2014 - 01.2018
Bartender
The Tower Bar
01.2007 - 01.2014
Music Recording And Music Buisness
San Francisco State University
Gaslamp Bartending School
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