Monique Galvan
Portland,OR
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Boonies Bar & Grill
06.2021 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by upselling premium products without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Participated in promotional events, representing the establishment positively while showcasing signature cocktails.
- Streamlined inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels to minimize waste and control costs.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, introducing new cocktails and techniques to the menu.
- Contributed innovative ideas for seasonal cocktail menus that attracted new clientele while retaining regulars.
- Implemented cost-saving measures such as portion control guidelines, reducing overall expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing terms for liquor purchases.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop creative food pairings that complemented beverage offerings.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
Bartender
Lina’s Bar And Lounge
06.2021 - 06.2022
- 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.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by upselling premium products without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Participated in promotional events, representing the establishment positively while showcasing signature cocktails.
- Streamlined inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels to minimize waste and control costs.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, introducing new cocktails and techniques to the menu.
- Contributed innovative ideas for seasonal cocktail menus that attracted new clientele while retaining regulars.
- Implemented cost-saving measures such as portion control guidelines, reducing overall expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing terms for liquor purchases.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop creative food pairings that complemented beverage offerings.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
Bartender
Bottoms Up Tavern
06.2019 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Supported special events through attentive service, adapting quickly to varying needs of guests or clients.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Proactively addressed potential conflicts or disturbances among patrons, maintaining a safe atmosphere for all guests.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by upselling premium products without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Participated in promotional events, representing the establishment positively while showcasing signature cocktails.
- Streamlined inventory management, accurately tracking stock levels to minimize waste and control costs.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends, introducing new cocktails and techniques to the menu.
- Contributed innovative ideas for seasonal cocktail menus that attracted new clientele while retaining regulars.
- Implemented cost-saving measures such as portion control guidelines, reducing overall expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing terms for liquor purchases.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to develop creative food pairings that complemented beverage offerings.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
Education
Labor Studies - Employment Law
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA12.2018
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Patience and Tolerance
- Outgoing Personality
- Engaging personality
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Customer service expertise
- Organizational ability
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Payment Processing
- Handling Difficult Customers
- Cash Register Operation
- Menu Memorization
- Memory retention
- Hospitality service expertise
- Service-oriented mindset
- Professional Appearance
- Suggestive Selling
- Alcohol awareness
- Food Service
- Team training and development
- New Hire Training
- Beverage Preparation
- Drink Preparation Techniques
- Inventory
- Sales expertise
- Salesmanship
- Classic cocktails
- Wine and liquor knowledge
- Performance Improvement
- Food Running
- Bar Equipment Familiarity
- Staff Management
- Health codes compliance
- Changing beer kegs
- Basic accounting
- Creative Mixology
- Ordering bar supplies
- Order Management
- Food Preparation
- Ordering Procedures
- Garnishing Drinks
- Preparing garnishes
- Glassware knowledge
- ABC standards
- Dining room management
- Group reservations management
- Knowledge of craft and microbrews
- Fast Learner
- Honest and Dependable
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Hospitality and Guest Service
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Calm and Composed
- Relationship Building
- Food and Beverage Service
Timeline
Bartender
Boonies Bar & Grill
06.2021 - 12.2023
Bartender
Lina’s Bar And Lounge
06.2021 - 06.2022
Bartender
Bottoms Up Tavern
06.2019 - 06.2021
Labor Studies - Employment Law
California State University - Dominguez Hills
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