Melinda Bloch
Hemet,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Bartender with expertise in cocktail preparation, cash handling, and customer service. Maintains a clean and organized bar environment while ensuring compliance with alcohol regulations. Skilled in effective communication, multitasking, and training staff. Contributes to a positive customer experience by managing cash transactions and assessing customer needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Soboba Casino Resort
San Jacinto, California
02.2019 - 07.2026
- Prepared and served a variety of alcoholic beverages and cocktails.
- Guided customers in drink selections and tailored recommendations to enhance their experience.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Executed opening and closing duties, ensuring bar was well-stocked and organized for peak service.
- Educated guests on responsible drinking practices and policies.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Trained new bartenders on bar procedures and customer service standards.
- Welcomed customers upon arrival to create a friendly atmosphere. Provided provided excellent customer service.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Processed cash transactions efficiently at the bar. Processed transactions and processed payments accurately.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Education
GED -
Buena Vista High
Corona, CA06-1998
Skills
- Cocktail preparation
- Creative mixology
- Drink recommendations
- Recipe and menu memorization
- POS operation
- Cash handling
- Alcohol compliance
- Bar area organization
- Time management
- Strong multitasking
- Customer management
- Customer service
- Customer service expertise
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Certification
- RBS certified, TIPS certified, FOOD HANDLERS card
Timeline
Bartender
Soboba Casino Resort
02.2019 - 07.2026
GED -
Buena Vista High