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Ricky Arriaga

Bronx ,NY

Summary

Reliable and hardworking professional with extensive experience. Works well autonomously or in teams to go beyond guest expectations. Experienced in managing staff and day-to-day operations behind the bar. Thrives in interpersonal settings while multitasking in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

YardHouse Darden Restaurants
Manhattan, New York
01.2024 - Current
  • Efficiently manages bar-top operations of a 38-person bar while delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Operates service well for restaurants exceeding 400 guests, ensuring ticket times remain under five minutes.
  • Bartends and serves at private, catered events for both social gatherings and business meetings.
  • Creates cocktails and beverages according to standard recipes and customer preferences.

VIP Bartender

Qatar Lounge (Barclays Center)
Brooklyn, New York
06.2023 - Current
  • Crafts bespoke cocktails for exclusive VIPs in private settings, enhancing their experience.
  • Interacts with guests to offer personalized service and create lasting impressions.
  • Skilled in ensuring elite guests felt welcomed and at ease.

Bar Manager

Casa 51
Manhattan, New York
04.2020 - 10.2024
  • Designed custom craft cocktails tailored for both club menus and client events.
  • Managed bar operations during busy nights, ensuring efficient service and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with entertainment teams to create themed events and promotions for guests.

Bartender

Auzaatar
Manhattan, New York
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Mixed diverse non-alcoholic beverages to accommodate guest preferences.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
  • Executed opening and closing duties, restocking supplies for service readiness.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation measurements for our unique menu.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

SUNY At Albany
Albany, NY
06-2020

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

SUNY At Albany
Albany, NY
06-2020

Skills

  • Craft cocktail creation
  • Bar management
  • Inventory control
  • Beverage service
  • Customer engagement
  • Speaks Spanish

Timeline

Bartender

YardHouse Darden Restaurants
01.2024 - Current

VIP Bartender

Qatar Lounge (Barclays Center)
06.2023 - Current

Bartender

Auzaatar
02.2021 - 03.2022

Bar Manager

Casa 51
04.2020 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

SUNY At Albany

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

SUNY At Albany

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