Rachel Thompson-Allen
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Skilled and personable bartender with 15 years of experience in fast-paced venues, seeking to deliver top-notch service, craft quality drinks, and contribute to a strong, guest-focused team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Bartender/Front of House Manager
The Fritz
04.2018 - 10.2025
- Managed front-of-house operations, including staff scheduling, training, and guest relations, ensuring smooth service in a high-volume environment.
- Designed and executed a seasonal craft cocktail menu, highlighting fresh ingredients and driving bar sales.
- Maintained bar inventory and vendor relationships, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
Bartender/Shift Lead
The Boathouse
11.2015 - 03.2018
- Delivered fast, friendly, and knowledgeable service in a high-volume setting, consistently exceeding guest expectations.
- Prepared classic and signature cocktails with precision, maintaining quality and consistency under pressure.
- Built strong guest rapport and repeat business through attentive service, menu knowledge, and a welcoming bar atmosphere.
Bartender
Uptown Sports Bar
10.2012 - 09.2016
- Crafted and served cocktails, enhancing guest satisfaction through personalized drink recommendations.
- Managed bar inventory, ensuring timely restocking of supplies and minimizing waste.
- Trained new bartenders on cocktail preparation techniques and bar operations standards.
- Developed seasonal drink menus, incorporating customer feedback to drive sales and engagement.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Arts in Sociology
SNHU
05-2025
Skills
- Staff training and supervision
- Cash handling expertise
- Attentive service
- Taking inventory
- Advanced bartending techniques
- Menu development
- Sales promotion
- Team leadership
- Mixology
Certification
- Alcohol Server Training
- Food Handlers Permit
Timeline
Head Bartender/Front of House Manager
The Fritz
04.2018 - 10.2025
Bartender/Shift Lead
The Boathouse
11.2015 - 03.2018
Bartender
Uptown Sports Bar
10.2012 - 09.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Arts in Sociology
SNHU