Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
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Novak Porter

Dallas

Summary

Experienced Bartender with over four years in Dallas and Washington, D.C. nightlife and restaurant sectors. Skilled in creating inviting atmospheres, managing cash flow, and delivering outstanding customer service. Certified in food and beverage handling; also brings six years as a DJ, excelling in soundboard operation, playlist curation, and public speaking.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Benihana
Addison
08.2025 - Current
  • Effectively operated a high volume bar exceeding 800 guests
  • Gained expertise in sake and Japanese beverages to elevate guest experience.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink recipes and proper service techniques.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.

Bartender

GoodSurf Beach Club
Dallas
05.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced guest experience by developing extensive knowledge of mixology techniques, flavor profiles, and drink recipes for personalized recommendations
  • Ensured compliance with Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission regulations by maintaining cleanliness and organization of bar area
  • Educated guests on activities and amenities available during their stay, enhancing their overall experience with options like surfing, pickleball, yard pong, ping pong, and billiards

Lead Bartender

Live K
Washington
12.2022 - 11.2023
  • Trained and developed new bartenders on seasonal drink recipes and Toast POS register management, enhancing team knowledge and service quality.
  • Enhanced bartending skills through vendor tastings and beverage preparation training, improving drink quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed bar operations and ensured compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior bartenders on drink preparation techniques.
  • Developed signature cocktails based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.

Education

Bachelor’s of Science - Systems Engineering

United States Naval Academy
Annapolis, MD
01-2016

High School Diploma -

Fishburne Military School
Waynesboro, VA
05-2013

Skills

  • Mixology
  • Beverage knowledge
  • Inventory management
  • Customer Relations
  • Team training
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • TABC Beverage and Food Handler’s License
  • National Rifle Association Range Safety Officer
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner

Awards

  • Promotion to Bar Lead, Live K, 2023
  • Promotion to Team Lead, Washington Nationals Baseball Club, 2018
  • National Defense Service Ribbon, Rifle Sharpshooter Ribbon and Pistol Sharpshooter Ribbon, United States Navy, 2013-2016

Timeline

Bartender

Benihana
08.2025 - Current

Bartender

GoodSurf Beach Club
05.2024 - Current

Lead Bartender

Live K
12.2022 - 11.2023

Bachelor’s of Science - Systems Engineering

United States Naval Academy

High School Diploma -

Fishburne Military School
Novak Porter