Ruben Castaneda-Reyes
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
To better myself through hard work and dedication. To enter job where I can utilize my skills efficiently.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Mercato Della Pescheria Las Vegas
09.2023 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Bartender
MGM Resorts International
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided excellent service by crafting high-quality cocktails.
- Performed opening and closing duties.
- Set up setting up shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
Server/Bartender
Outback Steakhouse
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
DoorDash Delivery Driver
DoorDash
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Pick up and deliver food orders in a timely manner
- Ensure orders are complete and precise
Assistant Server
Wynn Las Vegas
03.2016 - 12.2020
- Set up tables with silverware, flatware, juices, and coffee
- Supported team members, facilitating smooth service flow and minimizing wait times.
- Occasionally run orders to guests' rooms and provide 5-star service
- Assist with pool operations during summer
- Utilized strong communication skills to relay important information between servers, kitchen staff, and management.
Education
Diploma -
Durango High School
POUR Card - Bartending
Union Bartending School
Las Vegas, NVBartending Diploma -
ABC Bartending
Las Vegas, NV01.2015
Skills
- Bartending
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Restaurant Experience
- Hotel Experience
- Upselling
- Food Service
- Kitchen Experience
- POS
- Food Preparation
- Guest Services
- Cash Handling
- Food Safety
- Serving
Timeline
Bartender
Mercato Della Pescheria Las Vegas
09.2023 - Current
Bartender
MGM Resorts International
04.2022 - 12.2023
Server/Bartender
Outback Steakhouse
05.2021 - 03.2022
DoorDash Delivery Driver
DoorDash
12.2020 - 05.2021
Assistant Server
Wynn Las Vegas
03.2016 - 12.2020
Diploma -
Durango High School
POUR Card - Bartending
Union Bartending School
Bartending Diploma -
ABC Bartending