Michael Wells
Escondido,CA
Summary
Customer-oriented Bartender offering close to 20 years experience of preparing and serving alcoholic beverages. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Knowledgeable with spirits,wine and beer. Friendly, positive and upbeat while maintaining outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
The Bellows
San Marcos , CA
2021.04 - Current
- 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.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
Server
Cheesecake Factory Inc
Escondido , CA
2019.11 - 2021.02
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
Bartender
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Escondido , CA
2014.11 - 2019.09
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
Bartender
Claim Jumper Restaurant
Rancho Bernardo , CA
2011.08 - 2015.10
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
Dairy Manager
Sprouts Market
Poway , CA
2009.04 - 2011.07
- Monitored the quality of milk produced to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Coordinated with staff members to maintain accurate records of production activities.
- Maintained close contact with suppliers to obtain competitive prices on products purchased.
- Provided training and guidance to new employees on safe working practices and procedures.
- Created promotional campaigns designed to increase sales volume of dairy products.
Dairy Stocker
Vons Grocery Store
Rancho Bernardo , CA
2007.06 - 2009.04
- Received dairy product deliveries and verified accuracy of order.
- Organized shelves, rotated stock, and faced products to ensure freshness.
- Maintained cleanliness of storage areas, coolers, and freezers.
- Ensured the proper temperature in coolers and freezers was maintained at all times.
Bartender
Elephant Bar Restaurant
Rancho Bernardo , CA
2002.02 - 2005.03
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Science Education
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA2002-08
Skills
- Food Service
- Health Codes Compliance
- Suggestive Selling
- Payment Processing
- Menu Memorization
- Beverage Preparation
- Creative Mixology
- Courteous
- Bar Service Preparation
- Point of Sale Systems
- Extensive Spirits Knowledge
- Extensive Beer Knowledge
- Maintaining a Clean Bar
Timeline
Bartender
The Bellows
2021.04 - Current
Server
Cheesecake Factory Inc
2019.11 - 2021.02
Bartender
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
2014.11 - 2019.09
Bartender
Claim Jumper Restaurant
2011.08 - 2015.10
Dairy Manager
Sprouts Market
2009.04 - 2011.07
Dairy Stocker
Vons Grocery Store
2007.06 - 2009.04
Bartender
Elephant Bar Restaurant
2002.02 - 2005.03
Associate of Science - Science Education
Palomar College
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