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Certification
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PRESTON FOX

Austin,TX

Summary

Fifteen years' experience as a Bartender, Assistant Manager, and DJ. Resourceful, solution-focused professional in the fast-paced environment of the food, beverage and hospitality industry. I'm a divergent thinker with an excellent history of increasing sales, event attendance, and customer base. Known for working collaboratively and satisfying large, diverse crowds.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BARTENDER SHIFT MANAGER

Hideout Pub
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Supervised the opening and closing duties of the bar shift including cash handling procedures
  • Provided superior customer service while managing a fast-paced bar environment
  • Demonstrated ability to manage staff, delegate tasks, and ensure compliance with company policies
  • Created new and exciting cocktails and beverages based on item availability and seasonal interest
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner

BARTENDER

Jackelope South Shore
04.2021 - 01.2023
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, preparing cash drawers and recording inventory
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials
  • Exceeded daily sales goals by upselling daily specials and beverage promotions

BARTENDER & SERVER

Hi Hat Public House
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Led key responsibilities including opening and closing the restaurant/bar
  • Presented daily specials while upselling menu items
  • Handled all end of day financials and money handling processes
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of craft beer to increase daily beverage sales

BARTENDER & ASSISTANT MANAGER

Marshall's Tavern
08.2018 - 09.2020
  • Collaborated with General Manager and bar staff to organize promotional events
  • Assisted with monthly inventory, inventory management and control, and pour systems
  • Conducted interviews and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies
  • Oversaw daily sales tracking, paperwork submission, profit margins, and gaming rule regulation

RESIDENT DJ, TECH SUPPORT, & BARTENDER

Marullo Management
04.2013 - 07.2018
  • Assisted General Manager of eight nightclubs, including some of Bourbon Streets most renowned venues
  • Programmed and troubleshot stage and dance floor lighting, soundboards, mixers, special effects, audio projection visuals, and video equipment for dj and live band performances
  • Implemented excellent customer service by catering each DJ performance towards a specific audience through extensive knowledge of various genres of music and the ability to read a crowd
  • Hourly control of crowds to avoid overflow for hours on-end
  • Trained bartenders, bar backs, DJ's, and security staff on company policies and practices
  • Handled event planning and social media resulting in a 25% increase of nightly revenue
  • Planned and worked high volume events such as Mardi Gras, Super Bowl, WWE Wrestlemania

BARTENDER

Best of Bourbon, Inc
01.2009 - 04.2013
  • Served an average of 300 guests/night for one of the top-tier nightclubs in the city
  • Created and held record-breaking bar sales during special events and peak weeks by up-selling drink orders and closely monitoring the liquor inventory
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.

Skills

  • Management Experience: 10 years
  • Upselling and anticipating needs
  • Toast & Focus POS systems
  • Teamwork and professionalism
  • Bartending, Bar Operations, and Logistics
  • Cash handling and management
  • Exceeding sales goals
  • Extensive liquor, beer, and wine knowledge: ie,classic cocktails

Certification

ServSafe and Texas Food Handler Certified

References

References available upon request

Timeline

BARTENDER SHIFT MANAGER

Hideout Pub
01.2023 - 12.2023

BARTENDER

Jackelope South Shore
04.2021 - 01.2023

BARTENDER & SERVER

Hi Hat Public House
09.2020 - 04.2021

BARTENDER & ASSISTANT MANAGER

Marshall's Tavern
08.2018 - 09.2020

RESIDENT DJ, TECH SUPPORT, & BARTENDER

Marullo Management
04.2013 - 07.2018

BARTENDER

Best of Bourbon, Inc
01.2009 - 04.2013

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