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Ruben Cotton Jimenez

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Bartelier, excelling in inventory management and staff training. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I deliver exceptional customer service while ensuring operational efficiency. Proven skills in beverage preparation and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Reliable and punctual team player.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Barback

Beaches Baja
West Hollywood, CA
05.2024 - Current
  • Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
  • Managed ice supply, ensuring bars were adequately stocked throughout shifts.
  • Sliced and pitted fruit used to garnish drinks.
  • Removed empty bottles and trash, keeping work areas clear and sanitary.
  • Continuously monitored beverage stock levels during peak hours of operation.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.

Assistant Manager

Bartelier
West Hollywood, CA
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.

Server/Head Barback

Charcoal Sunset
West Hollywood, CA
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Monitored dining room and bar for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
  • Assisted in training new servers/barbacks.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
  • Performed opening duties such as setting up supplies needed for service.

Cocktail Server/Barback

The W hotel (Delphine/Station bar/Lounge)
Los Angeles, CA
05.2015 - 08.2023
  • Received and processed incoming shipments of supplies.
  • Managed inventory, restocking ingredients, tracking usage, and supplies as needed.
  • Organized and coordinated party supplies, decorations, catering, entertainment, and other services for events.
  • Resolved guest complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coral Gables High School
Coral Gables, FL
07-2006

Some College (No Degree) - Acting

New York Film Academy
New York, NY

Skills

  • Beverage preparation
  • POS/Toast proficient
  • OpenTable proficient
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Communication skills

Certification

  • SERV Safe certified
  • SERV Safe Alcohol certified

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Barback

Beaches Baja
05.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager

Bartelier
01.2024 - Current

Server/Head Barback

Charcoal Sunset
08.2023 - 02.2024

Cocktail Server/Barback

The W hotel (Delphine/Station bar/Lounge)
05.2015 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Coral Gables High School

Some College (No Degree) - Acting

New York Film Academy
Ruben Cotton Jimenez