MIGUEL HIDALGO
Monterey,CA
Summary
Professional bartender/server with background in crafting classic and innovative cocktails, managing bar operations, and delivering exceptional customer service. Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of cleanliness and organization while multitasking in fast-paced environments. Strong interpersonal skills ensure memorable guest experiences and foster repeat business.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Golf Caddie
Caddiemaster
Pebble Beach, California
12.2024 - Current
- Provided expert advice on club selection and course strategy to golfers.
- Maintained and organized golf equipment for optimal performance during rounds.
- Assisted players with navigating the course and understanding layout features.
- Monitored pace of play, ensuring timely completion of each round.
Server/Bartender
Chart House Seafood & Steakhouse
Monterey, California
04.2017 - 07.2024
- Make guest aware of Chef's appetizer, dinner, and dessert features.
- Performing professional wine service and give cocktail/wine recommendations that pair with guest dishes.
- Prepared crafted cocktails, poured craft beer for bar guests and servers in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed tables efficiently, ensuring timely service and guest satisfaction.
FT Server/Bartender
Pebble Beach Company - Lobby Lounge/Sticks
Pebble Beach, California
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Bartender (On-Call/Special Events) | January 2017- August 2019
- Prepared crafted cocktails, poured beer, and performed wine service in high pace environments for high-end guest resorts
- Presented daily specials and house favorites during lunch and dinner service
- Prepared specialty cocktails for Roy's and Peppolis Restaurants, as well for cocktail servers to be served in Hotel lobby and Patio Lobby in fast-pace environments that included large groups and weekly buyouts.
Bartender/Server
Rio Grill Restaurant
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Providing every guest with a welcoming experience, meeting every one of their needs
- Make guests aware of all daily specials and recommending daily's cocktails with corresponding dishes
- Prepared signature crafted cocktails, poured wine/beer, and prepared lattes/cappuccinos for bar guest and servers for the entire restaurant
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration, Concentration in Management & International Management
California State University, Monterey Bay
Associates Degree - Business Administration for Transfer
Monterey Peninsula College
Skills
- Health codes compliance
- Mixology
- Safe service compliance
- Safe food handling procedures
- Strong multitasking
- Team player attitude
- Payment processing
- Excellent judgment
- Wine and liquor expertise
- Beer and wine recommendations
- ABC standards
- Clear and effective communication
- Fluency in [Spanish]
- Food and beverage pairing
Certifications
- ServSafe Certified.
- TIPS Certified in Food Handlers Safety & Alcohol.
- RBS Alcohol Awareness Certified.
Timeline
Professional Golf Caddie
Caddiemaster
12.2024 - Current
Bartender/Server
Rio Grill Restaurant
03.2018 - 03.2020
Server/Bartender
Chart House Seafood & Steakhouse
04.2017 - 07.2024
FT Server/Bartender
Pebble Beach Company - Lobby Lounge/Sticks
01.2017 - 08.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration, Concentration in Management & International Management
California State University, Monterey Bay
Associates Degree - Business Administration for Transfer
Monterey Peninsula College