OLIVIA TOMASINO
New York,NY
Summary
Versatile hospitality professional with expertise in bartending, serving, and team leadership, committed to delivering exceptional experiences in fine dining and upscale casual venues.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Good Behavior
04.2025 - Current
- Executed a wide range of classic and tiki-style cocktails in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, often as the sole bartender managing both beverage and food service flow.
- Developed personalized cocktails and mocktails tailored to guest preferences and dietary restrictions, driving satisfaction and repeat business.
- Oversaw full bar setup and breakdown, including batching, garnishes, and inventory management to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Cultivated guest loyalty by building rapport, anticipating preferences, and maintaining an elevated yet approachable atmosphere.
Lead Server / Bartender
Debajo
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Acted as point of contact for private events in a dual bartender/server role, coordinating pacing with the kitchen, resolving service issues, and supporting buyouts.
- Delivered informed wine and cocktail service with expertise in Spanish and French selections, creating thoughtful pairings that enhanced sales.
- Memorized and adapted to daily specials, recommending pairings that elevated the dining experience and increased check averages.
- Trained new servers on service standards, menu knowledge, and wine pairing techniques to ensure consistency across the team.
- Maintained polished table service with attention to pacing, presentation, and guest engagement during coursed dinners and high-volume service.
Bartender / Catering Server
Matrix Model Staffing
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Bartended and served at luxury brand activations, weddings, and high-profile private events for clients including SKIMS, Aritzia, Stanley, and Bloomingdale’s.
- Led service teams during exclusive galas and dinners for the Met Gala, Whitney Museum, and MoMA, choreographing precise coursed service for celebrity and VIP clientele.
- Provided high-level beverage service, from tray-passed cocktails and wine pairings to full bar execution for industry leaders and distinguished guests.
- Adapted seamlessly to varied event environments with limited setup time, maintaining poise and professionalism under pressure.
- Partnered with event producers on setup, breakdown, and service flow to uphold elevated hospitality standards.
Education
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FLSkills
- Customer service and support
- Payment processing systems
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Effective communication
Timeline
Bartender
Good Behavior
04.2025 - Current
Lead Server / Bartender
Debajo
09.2024 - 04.2025
Bartender / Catering Server
Matrix Model Staffing
04.2022 - 12.2024
Pasco-Hernando State College