Hi, I’m
Reynaldo Montes
Bakersfield,California
Summary
Dynamic bar manager with a proven track record at Zama Latin American Cuisine, excelling in customer service and team leadership. Enhanced revenue through innovative promotions and streamlined inventory management, achieving a significant reduction in waste. Skilled in conflict resolution and staff training, fostering a positive environment that drives repeat business.
Overview
2026
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Zama Latin American Cuisine
Bar Manager / Nightclub Manager
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
- Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
- Introduced new cocktails to the menu based on market research that became popular choices amongst customers.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and pricing.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective scheduling and task delegation.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies, providing Number% improvement over prior onboarding process.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Collaborated with kitchen team for seamless integration of food and beverage offerings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor offerings to stay ahead of the curve in the market space.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained
La Costa Mariscos
Bar Manger
2019 - 2022 (3 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by implementing innovative bar management strategies.
- Established rapport with local community organizations to create mutually beneficial partnerships that increased brand visibility.
- Coordinated themed nights attracting different demographics expanding overall clientele.
Bjs Restaurants Inc
Bartender / Cook
2018 - 2022 (4 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Goose Loonies Tavern & Grill
Bar Manager
2014 - 2019 (5 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting menu offerings accordingly.
- Coordinated with kitchen to improve speed and quality of food service, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly and effectively.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy and efficiency, maintaining high level of customer service.
- Streamlined bar operations by adopting more efficient scheduling system, reducing staff overtime.
Education
Foothill High School Bakersfield, CA
High School Diploma
Bakersfield CollegeBakersfield, CA
from Fire Technology
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Staff training
- Responsible alcohol service
- Bar management
- Staff scheduling
- Inventory management
- Conflict resolution
- Customer relations
Certification
RBS CERTIFIED/ SAFE SERV MANAGER CERTIFICATE
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Bar Manager / Nightclub Manager
Zama Latin American Cuisine
06.2022 - Current
Bar Manger
La Costa Mariscos
2019 - 2022 (3 education.years_Label)
Bartender / Cook
Bjs Restaurants Inc
2018 - 2022 (4 education.years_Label)
Bar Manager
Goose Loonies Tavern & Grill
2014 - 2019 (5 education.years_Label)
Foothill High School
High School Diploma
Bakersfield College
from Fire Technology
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