Michael Bishop
Dayton,Kentucky
Summary
Have a deeper knowledge of making craft cocktails in a vibrant/professional bartending environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Righteous Room
Cincinnati , Ohio
06.2024 - Current
- Received, stored and issued items such as dies, gauges and fixtures.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
- Repaired tools and improved tooling performance with skilled use of shop grinders and other tools.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Bartender
Moerlein Lager House
Cincinnati , OH
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Bartender
Hotel Covington
Covington, Kentucky
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
BARTENDER
Jerzees
Newport, Kentucky
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests
- Greeted patrons promptly and cordially, exhibiting excellent guest service skills
- Kept bar organized and clean during busy hours
- Mixed and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes
- Crafted specialty cocktails according to customer specifications
- Created new and exciting cocktails and beverages based on item availability and seasonal interest
- Completed POS transactions, returning currency, coin, and payment cards to patrons
- Developed strong working relationships with customers and staff
- Checked customer identification to verify age requirements for alcohol purchases
- Utilized strong salesmanship skills to upsell drinks and appetizers
- Took beverage orders from guests and delivered drinks within reasonable time frames
- Answered questions about menu selections and made recommendations.
BARTENDER
Griff's
Covington, Kentucky
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests
- Kept bar organized and clean during busy hours
- Maintained understanding of menu items to answer patron questions regarding food, drinks, and preparation methods
- Developed strong working relationships with customers and staff
- Assessed bar inventory and completed requisition sheets to restock supplies
- Checked customer identification to verify age requirements for alcohol purchases
- Prepared beverages and cocktails according to mixing and presentation standards and recipes
- Handled guest complaints promptly, contacting supervisor immediately for assistance with escalated issues
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquor, wine, and beer.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Dixie Heights
06.2013
Skills
- Guest Satisfaction
- Classic Cocktails
- Suggestive Selling
- Extensive Spirits Knowledge
- Energetic And Outgoing
- Maintaining A Clean Bar
- Monitoring Alcohol Consumption
- Fast Paced Bartending
Personal Information
Title: Bartender
Timeline
Bartender
Righteous Room
06.2024 - Current
Bartender
Moerlein Lager House
03.2024 - 06.2024
Bartender
Hotel Covington
09.2023 - 02.2024
BARTENDER
Jerzees
08.2021 - 09.2023
BARTENDER
Griff's
07.2018 - 06.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Dixie Heights