Sabina Sanchez
Seattle,WA
Summary
Hospitality professional with extensive experience in bar management and cocktail-crafting. Known for elevating guest experiences and optimizing bar workflow. Reliable team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability, leveraging customer service skills and leadership qualities. Demonstrated success in fostering a positive work environment through community building and detail-oriented standardization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Jude's Old Town
Seattle, WA
03.2024 - 05.2026
- Crafted and served high-quality cocktails, enhancing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Developed loyal clientele, building rapport with patrons to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation techniques and bar operational standards for consistency.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Trained and mentored new bartenders, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Directed daily operations to ensure efficient service and a positive guest experience.
- Oversaw compliance with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe dining environment for staff and patrons.
- Developed Human Resource strategies and on-boarding documents to standardize performance and improve company culture.
Bar Prep
Rumba
Seattle, WA
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Prepared ingredients such as syrups, batches, garnishes, and purees to ensure efficient cocktail assembly.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple prep tasks simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Received shipments to restock and organize the bar, wells, and kitchen
- Accurately tracked and reported ingredient usage patterns.
Delivery Driver/Cellar Assistant
Medium Plus
Seattle, WA
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Continuously learned about wine history, viticulture/vinification, and oenology, in order to accurately read and report wine labels of incoming/outgoing orders.
- Delivered fragile packages efficiently and carefully, managed route planning to optimize delivery times.
- Maintained accurate logs of orders, ensuring condition, vintage, origin, and varietal were consistent and accurate.
- Interfaced with distributors during will-call to troubleshoot incorrect or missing orders.
- Organized cellar inventory to ensure bottles could be found quickly and efficiently, while maintaining ideal standards for wine storage.
- Represented the company at different events such as wine tastings, expos, and educational events.
FOH/BOH Team Member
Thai Orchid KC
Kansas City, KS
10.2019 - 05.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely order delivery and accurate billing.
- Trained new staff on restaurant procedures and customer interaction best practices for both front-of-house and back-of-house
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline communication and improve food presentation.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from guests.
- Prepared diverse menu items in accordance with established recipes and culinary standards.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness and adherence to food safety regulations at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak service hours.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and improve supply efficiency.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Cross-trained and adapted to a variety of positions to provide support whenever needed, often managing several roles at a time.
Server
Atomic Provisions
Kansas City, MO
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Worked with POS systems to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission North High
Kansas City, KS04-2020
Skills
- Responsible alcohol service
- Customer engagement
- Inventory management
- Staff hiring
- Health code compliance
- Service-oriented mindset
- Team training and development
- Operational efficiency
- Local regulations compliance
- Liquor/wine knowledge and cocktail creation
- Cash handling
- Bar equipment maintenance
Affiliations
- Anakbayan South Seattle
Certification
- ServSafe MAST 12 Permit
- WA State Food Handlers Certification
Timeline
Bar Prep
Rumba
04.2024 - 05.2025
Bartender
Jude's Old Town
03.2024 - 05.2026
Delivery Driver/Cellar Assistant
Medium Plus
11.2023 - 11.2024
Server
Atomic Provisions
06.2021 - 09.2022
FOH/BOH Team Member
Thai Orchid KC
10.2019 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission North High