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Peter Barlean

Miami

Summary

Hospitality professional with a background in leading bar operations and creating exceptional guest experiences. Successfully managed bar staff, ensuring seamless service and high standards of quality. Skilled in overseeing all aspects of venue operations from site preparation and construction to staffing, scheduling, and payroll administration. Adept at team leadership, event planning, and menu development, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining brand standards. Known for being a hands-on leader who drives high-performance teams, fosters collaboration, and consistently meets operational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Bartender

Bulla Gastrobar
08.2024 - Current
  • Thrived in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with a focus on craft cocktails and delivering an elevated dining experience.
  • Demonstrated versatility and efficiency while maintaining exceptional guest service standards.
  • Consistently impressed guests through deep knowledge of mixology, spirits, and culinary pairings, contributing to a refined and memorable experience.

Supervisor

East Town Kitchen and Bar
11.2022 - 08.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations of a high-volume venue, managing a team of 20+ front-of-house staff in a dynamic downtown setting.
  • Led performance management, including conducting regular staff evaluations and developing training programs to improve service quality and efficiency.
  • Directed all beverage operations, including inventory control, ordering, and vendor management, ensuring alignment with budgetary and operational goals.
  • Identified and implemented process improvements to enhance team performance, guest satisfaction, and cost control.

Lead Bartender/Server

Saz’s State House
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Led beverage and service operations in a high-volume, fast-casual dining environment, training and mentoring front-of-house staff to ensure top-tier service.
  • Took and filled food and beverage orders promptly and accurately, maintaining a high standard of service.
  • Managed a clean, organized, and fully stocked workstation, whether on the floor or behind the bar, ensuring a seamless guest experience.
  • Effectively handled multiple customer groups simultaneously, maintaining a friendly, professional demeanor and ensuring satisfaction.
  • Supported operations by running orders and stepping in wherever needed to keep the flow of service efficient and smooth.

Lead Bartender

Camino
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Specializing in creating craft cocktails and curating a diverse selection of craft beers, delivering a personalized and high-quality bar experience in a fast-paced environment.
  • Managed both bar and guest service responsibilities, including serving a wide range of cocktails and beers, fulfilling orders from servers, and attending to customers seated at the bar.
  • Assisted with seating guests, food running, and taking table orders, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation throughout the restaurant.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked bar area, consistently upholding the restaurant's standards of presentation and service quality.

Lead Bartender

Saint Bibiana
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed day shifts during the week and night shifts on weekends, providing exceptional service in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
  • Performed a variety of bartending duties, including taking and serving drink and meal orders, food running, and ensuring all orders were completed accurately and promptly.
  • Handled cash and credit transactions efficiently, maintaining accuracy in cash handling and balancing the register at the end of shifts.
  • Engaged with customers, delivering personalized service and fostering a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Oversaw bar cleanliness, restocking, and maintaining a visually appealing setup, ensuring the bar area was always well-organized and presentable.
  • Managed peak service periods during weekend nights, especially when hosting live DJ events, which attracted large crowds and required multitasking and strong leadership to ensure smooth operations.

General Manager

Up Down Arcade Bar
08.2013 - 06.2021
  • Played a key role in launching and operating five Up-Down Arcade Bar locations across multiple cities.
  • Supported new store openings by relocating to emerging markets for periods ranging from 6 months to 2 years, ensuring seamless setup and operational readiness.
  • Oversaw and contributed to all phases of operations, including site preparation and construction, staff recruitment and onboarding, scheduling, payroll administration, and team management.
  • Led event planning, developed menus, managed internal communications, and ensured adherence to brand standards and operational goals.
  • Acted as a hands-on leader responsible for maintaining high-performance teams and delivering consistent guest experiences across all locations.

Education

High School Diploma -

East High School
Des Moines, IA
06-2008

Skills

  • Logistics
  • Bartending (10 years)
  • Management (10 years)
  • Event Planning
  • Serving Experience
  • Operations Management (8 years)
  • Restaurant Experience (8 years)
  • Customer service
  • Staff management
  • Suggestive selling
  • Inventory

Certification

  • Bartending License
  • Food Handlers License
  • ServSafe

Timeline

Lead Bartender

Bulla Gastrobar
08.2024 - Current

Supervisor

East Town Kitchen and Bar
11.2022 - 08.2024

Lead Bartender/Server

Saz’s State House
07.2022 - 10.2022

Lead Bartender

Camino
02.2022 - 07.2022

Lead Bartender

Saint Bibiana
07.2021 - 02.2022

General Manager

Up Down Arcade Bar
08.2013 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

East High School

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