Riki Taiga
Las Vegas,NV
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Ole Red
Las Vegas, NV
2024.01 - Current
- Expertly prepare and serve a wide range of cocktails, beers and other beverages to patrons in a high-volume setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating cash registers and processing payments accurately.
Bartender
Lotus of Siam Red Rock
Las Vegas, NV
2022.09 - Current
- Create innovative and visually appealing cocktails while ensuring consistency in taste and quality.
- Engage with guests to provide recommendations, take orders and ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience.
Bartender
The Laundry Room
Las Vegas, NV
2021.03 - Current
- Crafting exceptional cocktails based on flavors and delivering unparalleled customer experiences.
- Conceptualized, developed and implemented a diverse cocktail menu featuring signature creations and classic favorites, resulting in a significant increase in beverage sales.
Lead Bartender
The Underground at The Mob Museum
Las Vegas, NV
2018.08 - 2022.09
- Led a team of bartenders through comprehensive training sessions on cocktail preparation techniques, ingredient knowledge and customer service standards, resulting in improved efficiency and consistency.
- Collaborated with management to curate a premium spirits selection and establish vendor relationships, ensuring quality and diversity in beverage offerings.
- Implemented cost-saving measures and inventory management strategies, resulting in reduced waste and increased profitability.
- Acted as a brand ambassador for the establishment, participating in promotional events, cocktail competitions and industry networking opportunities.
Bartender
Momofuku at The Cosmopolitan
Las Vegas, `NV
2017.04 - 2018.07
- Demonstrated expertise in suggestive selling techniques, driving beverage sales and maximizing revenue opportunities.
- Collaborated with the culinary team to develop cocktail pairings for special events, tasting menus and themed dinner.
- Spearheaded the development of a unique and diverse cocktail menu, showcasing seasonal ingredients, house-made syrups and artisanal spirits.
Model Bartender Apprentice
The Wynn and Encore
Las Vegas, NV
2015.08 - 2017.10
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, adhering to health and sanitation guidelines.
Education
Certificate - Spirit And Fine Service Course
Southern Glazers Wine And Spirits
Las Vegas 2017-10
Pour Card - Local 165 -
Union Bartending Course
Las Vegas2017-01
Bachelor of Arts - Hotel And Restaurant Management
Glion Institute of Higher Education
2013-12
Skills
- Micros POS
- Info-Genesis POS
- Toast POS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
Ole Red
2024.01 - Current
Bartender
Lotus of Siam Red Rock
2022.09 - Current
Bartender
The Laundry Room
2021.03 - Current
Lead Bartender
The Underground at The Mob Museum
2018.08 - 2022.09
Bartender
Momofuku at The Cosmopolitan
2017.04 - 2018.07
Model Bartender Apprentice
The Wynn and Encore
2015.08 - 2017.10
Certificate - Spirit And Fine Service Course
Southern Glazers Wine And Spirits
Pour Card - Local 165 -
Union Bartending Course
Bachelor of Arts - Hotel And Restaurant Management
Glion Institute of Higher Education