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Ryan Buchmiller

Bartender
Hemet,CA

Summary

Bartender/ Server with restaurant and event-service experience in high-volume dining, private parties, and club settings. Delivers menu knowledge, upselling, and fast guest recovery while keeping tables accurate, polished, and on pace. Supports smooth shifts through strong product recall, clean stations, and consistent guest follow-through.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse
01.2025 - Current
  • Memorized food items and daily deals to provide informed recommendations to guests.
  • Crafted and served cocktails with precision, enhancing guest satisfaction through quality drink preparation.
  • Managed bar inventory, tracked stock levels, and implemented ordering practices to reduce waste.
  • Memorization of all food items and weekly/daily deals

Event server/Bartender

Soboba Springs Country Club
09.2022 - 12.2024
  • Delivered exceptional customer service during events, ensuring guest satisfaction and engagement.
  • Assisted in food and beverage service, maintaining high standards of quality and presentation.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal delivery for large-scale events.
  • Oversaw event setup and breakdown, ensuring adherence to club policies and safety protocols.

Barista/Trainer

Starbucks
03.2019 - 09.2022
  • Trained new baristas on coffee brewing techniques and customer service standards.
  • Mentored staff in operational procedures and product knowledge to improve service delivery.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined training sessions and reduced onboarding time.
  • Handled cash and processed payments accurately to avoid errors.

Education

Bartending

Gaslamp Bartending School
San Diego
01-2023

Skills

  • Guest service recovery
  • Menu knowledge
  • Upselling
  • Order accuracy
  • Point of sale systems
  • Cash handling
  • Guest complaint resolution
  • Food safety procedures
  • Team training
  • Shift supervision
  • Banquet service
  • Bar setup & breakdown
  • Workspace cleanliness
  • Bartending techniques
  • Alcohol service compliance
  • Opening & closing procedures

Awards

Starbucks Coffee company - Partner of the quarter (2021)

Timeline

Bartender

Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse
01.2025 - Current

Event server/Bartender

Soboba Springs Country Club
09.2022 - 12.2024

Barista/Trainer

Starbucks
03.2019 - 09.2022

Bartending

Gaslamp Bartending School
Ryan BuchmillerBartender