Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Cerificated on Food Safety First principles
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Samuel L Garcia

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Hospitality server with 3 years of experience, with a proven ability to manage all facets of service operations. Skilled at managing the service well during peak nights and working 12-hour shifts until early morning, consistently serving 200+ guests while supporting bartending teams under high-pressure conditions. Proficient in staff supervision, inventory management, and budget control to optimize efficiency and profitability. Strong ability to uphold stringent standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Rumors by Crudos Doral
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • 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.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Worked 12-hour shifts managing the service well during peak nights, preparing and serving drinks for 200+ guests while supporting a team of bartenders.

Assistant Manager

Rumors By Crudos Doral
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Collaborated with management team to set sales targets and strategies, achieving consistent sales growth.

Bar Manager

A Fuego Lento Restaurant
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • 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
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
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
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
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, FL
04-2025

High School Diploma -

Ronald W. Reagan Doral Senior High School
Doral, FL
05-2023

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Conflict resolution
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Negotiation skills
  • Sales reporting
  • Team leadership
  • Money handling
  • Knowledge of beverage licensing regulations
  • Control inventory costs
  • Leadership
  • Customer relations

Accomplishments


  • American Dream Scholar
  • Cum Laude student

Certification

  • Advanced Excel Level
  • Cerificated on Food Safety First principles

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Bartender

Rumors by Crudos Doral
07.2025 - 08.2025

Assistant Manager

Rumors By Crudos Doral
07.2025 - 08.2025

Bar Manager

A Fuego Lento Restaurant
01.2025 - 07.2025

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

Cerificated on Food Safety First principles

I hold a certification in Food Safety Principles in Florida, which trained me on the essential standards for handling, preparing, and serving food safely. It covers topics like proper sanitation, preventing foodborne illnesses, and following state health regulations, ensuring I can maintain a safe environment for both customers and staff.


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