Samuel L Garcia
Miami,FL
Summary
Hospitality server with 3 years of experience, with a proven ability to manage all facets of service operations. Proficient in staff supervision, inventory management, and budget control to optimize efficiency and profitability. Skilled in upholding stringent standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Adept leader capable of inspiring and guiding teams to hit goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Manager
A Fuego Lento Restaurant
Doral, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Enforced safety regulations and ensured proper sanitation practices were followed by all employees.
- Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
- Negotiated purchase agreements with vendors to obtain best pricing on supplies.
- Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
- Pursued training opportunities to advance mixology knowledge and refine understanding of beer, wine and liquor.
- Monitored cash intake to reduce discrepancies.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
Bartender
A fuego Lento
Doral, FL
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Bartender
Cancun Grill
Doral, FL
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Studied industry trends to inform planning of bar menu and development of new drink recipes.
- Organized bar supplies in stock room to support timely and efficient retrieval and replenishment.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained safety and sanitation standards with firm enforcement amongst bar staff.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Barback
Cancun Grill
Doral, FL
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Restocked bar with necessary supplies, including liquor, beer, wine, and mixers.
- Engaged in continuous learning about new products and cocktail recipes.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking usage, and ordering supplies as needed.
- Responded to customer requests promptly and professionally.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Facilitated quick and efficient service by setting up bartender stations before shifts.
Staff Member
Alma mia Gelato
Doral, FL
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided customers with nutritional information about products upon request.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to minimize waste and ensure product freshness.
- Processed payments on cash register and counted back bills and change to patrons.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Informed customers about current ice cream flavors, ingredients and nutritional information.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Economics
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL04-2025
High School Diploma -
Ronald W. Reagan Doral Senior High School
Doral, FL05-2023
Skills
- Data analysis
- Conflict resolution
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Negotiation skills
- Sales reporting
- Team leadership
- Money handling
- Liquor law compliance
- Control inventory costs
- Leadership
- Customer relations
Accomplishments
- Phi theta kappa Member
- American Dream Scholar
- Cum Laude student
Certification
- Advanced Excel Level
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Bar Manager
A Fuego Lento Restaurant
01.2025 - Current
Bartender
A fuego Lento
08.2024 - 01.2025
Bartender
Cancun Grill
01.2023 - 08.2024
Barback
Cancun Grill
07.2022 - 01.2023
Staff Member
Alma mia Gelato
03.2022 - 07.2022
Associate of Arts - Economics
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
Ronald W. Reagan Doral Senior High School
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