Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
HMS Host
07.2015 - 09.2025
Hours per week: 40
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Manager Vanessa Martinez, 832-995-9651
Bartender
Chili's Grill and Bar
08.2007 - 07.2015
Hours per week: 32
Supervisor: Paul Wenegroth (281-458-7280)
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.