I am an extremely passionate individual interested in continuing to master craft cocktail service and knowledge in all avenues. I am hoping to gain a greater perspective of high volume craft cocktail service while assisting in vital bar operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender, General Manager
The Haymaker
11.2022 - Current
Played a vital part in the 'Miracle' Holiday Pop-Up
Maintained and executed specialty cocktail specs in a high volume setting in a fast and efficient manner
Learned how to prepare and batch cocktails for high volume service
Fulfilled guests requests outside of the set holiday menu
Provided a great customer experience while under pressure.
Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Implemented robust inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and minimize waste/costs associated with excess product storage.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Bartender
The Raleigh Times
12.2021 - Current
Maintained extensive drink and menu knowledge
Provided day-to-day work direction for team members to ensure efficient food and beverage service
Accommodated customers with allergies and dietary restrictions
Assisted Beverage Manager with inventory of beverages, menu generation and recipe creation
Worked with Food and Beverage manager to ensure all opening/closing procedures and side work is completed
Chosen by management to assist in training of new employees.
Bartender
The Landmark Tavern
04.2023 - Current
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
Bartender
Watts & Ward
03.2021 - 03.2023
Assisted in hosting private events
Gained extensive knowledge on a vast variety of spirits
Attended multiple professional development classes and workshops
Maintained quick and friendly service during high volume shifts.
Bartender
The Anchor Bar
03.2021 - 01.2023
Created initial cocktail menu post pandemic
Led marketing and social media management
Created a par sheet for all shifts
Took initiative in organizing monthly bar cleans and side work duties
Keyholder of opening and closing the bar along with initializing cash drawers and reviewing employee checkouts
Found an innovative way to use the scientific process of 'Oleo Citrate' to create 'Super Juice' (fresh citrus juice that has a shelf life of 3 weeks) to save approximately $7k per year as well as 400 labor hours per year
Created daily specials and weekly cocktail features
Assisted in hiring and interviewing employees including barbacks, bartenders, security personnel, and musical talent
Kept inventory on all liquor, beer, wine, and all other ingredients.