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Quinten Yarbrough

Quinten Yarbrough

Austin

Summary

Professional Bartender with a decade of experience in the food and beverage industry, including over eight years in the Austin market. Successful in delivering quality service in fast-paced environments with high-volumes of patrons due to extensive experience with gatherings of all sizes. Well-versed in both high end mixology and speed bartending.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

University of Texas Campus - 1883 Concessions
02.2018 - Current
  • Started as a barback, responsible for stocking 12 bars in a 6-story building and managing inventory to ensure smooth event operations.
  • Transitioned over 2 years to bartending full time, becoming one of the most trusted employees for handling high-volume events.
  • Promoted after 2020 to flexible role between bartender and supervisor at DKR stadium, UFCU Disch-Faulk field, Bass Concert Hall, and other campus events as needed.

Bartender

Moody Center, Austin, Tx
04.2022 - Current
  • Contributed as essential member of initial onboarding team at Moody Event Center, driving venue to record-breaking profits and establishing service standards that garnered multiple awards for excellence.
  • Established enduring SOP for bar operations, detailing setup management and closing procedures.
  • Adapted to various roles for shows and concerts when necessary, with audiences of 15k+

Bartender

Bacalar - Yucatan Cuisine, Austin Tx
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Started with the founding team, solidifying a strong bar culture to allow the restaurant to open smoothly.
  • Focused on mastering Mexican mixology and premium spirits to enrich guest interactions with authentic offerings.
  • Helped create opening and closing checklists and SOP for the brand-new bar.

Lead Bartender

Native Hostel Austin Tx
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Started a day before SXSW 2022 and quickly adapted to the challenging environment, becoming one of the longest-tenured and most trusted employees.
  • Developed skills by participating in a range of events such as holiday gatherings, major music events, and community art exhibitions.
  • Built a strong reputation in the event space by consistently delivering reliable and high-quality service.

Education

Associate's Degree - Business Management

Texas Tech University

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Spirit Knowledge
  • Upselling experience
  • Conversational in Spanish
  • Strong multitasking
  • Nightlife and city knowledge

Certification

  • TABC
  • Servsafe certified

Timeline

Bartender

Bacalar - Yucatan Cuisine, Austin Tx
08.2023 - 02.2024

Bartender

Moody Center, Austin, Tx
04.2022 - Current

Lead Bartender

Native Hostel Austin Tx
03.2021 - 04.2023

Bartender

University of Texas Campus - 1883 Concessions
02.2018 - Current

Associate's Degree - Business Management

Texas Tech University
Quinten Yarbrough