Mikey LaGrave
Arvada,CO
Summary
Motivated, service oriented, and hospitable bartender with 15+ Years of working in a variety of restaurant and front of house work areas, and over 10+ years of extensive beverage preparation expertise and a service-oriented mindset, honed at Elkmont Exchange Brewing. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through crafted cocktails and effective staff management. Recognized for implementing efficient workflows, resulting in reduced service times during peak hours while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Cicerone beer certified and interested in starting my introductory Somolier certification.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Rolling Smoke BBQ
Wheat Ridge, CO
08.2025 - Current
Waiter
Wynkoop Brewing Company
Denver, CO
05.2024 - 08.2025
Bartender
New Image Brewing
Arvada, CO
08.2022 - 04.2024
Waiter
Homegrown Tap & Dough
Arvada, CO
02.2022 - 07.2022
Bartender
Club XYZ
Knoxville, TN
10.2013 - 12.2021
Commercial Painter
The Painted Room
Knoxville, TN
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Executed high-quality interior and exterior painting projects for residential and commercial properties.
- Applied various paint types using advanced techniques, ensuring optimal finish and durability.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and priming to achieve flawless application results.
- Managed project timelines effectively, coordinating with clients to meet specific requirements.
- Oversaw training of junior painters on safety protocols and best practices in paint application.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain consistency and excellence across all projects.
- Collaborated with contractors to integrate painting schedules within broader renovation plans.
Bartender/Waiter/Closing Shift Manager
Elkmont Exchange Brewing
Knoxville, TN
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Crafted and served a diverse range of craft cocktails, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new bartenders on techniques and menu knowledge.
- Managed bar inventory, ensuring timely restocking and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to create seasonal drink pairings for menu promotions.
- Implemented efficient workflow strategies, reducing service time during peak hours.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with regular customers to boost loyalty.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Waiter
Central Flats & Taps
Knoxville, TN
06.2015 - 10.2017
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County High School
Jefferson City, TNAssociate of Arts - Business
Pellissippi Community College
Knoxville, TN05-2012
Skills
- Food Service
- Beverage Preperation
- Suggestive Selling
- Extensive Beer, Wine, and Liquor knowledge
- Service Oriented Mindset
- Safe Serving Knowledge
- Staff Management
- Cash Register Operation
Timeline
Bartender
Rolling Smoke BBQ
08.2025 - Current
Waiter
Wynkoop Brewing Company
05.2024 - 08.2025
Bartender
New Image Brewing
08.2022 - 04.2024
Waiter
Homegrown Tap & Dough
02.2022 - 07.2022
Commercial Painter
The Painted Room
07.2020 - 09.2021
Bartender/Waiter/Closing Shift Manager
Elkmont Exchange Brewing
10.2017 - 03.2020
Waiter
Central Flats & Taps
06.2015 - 10.2017
Bartender
Club XYZ
10.2013 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County High School
Associate of Arts - Business
Pellissippi Community College