Sara Montejano
Janesville
Summary
Results-driven Bar Manager with expertise in managing operations to elevate service standards and enhance customer satisfaction. Skilled in financial analysis and labor cost control, with a focus on expanding customer base through innovative promotions. Strong communicator dedicated to resolving issues and improving service quality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Deerfield Grille and Eddies Alehouse
Sun Prairie
09.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily bar operations, achieving smooth service and high customer satisfaction.
- Trained and supervised bartending staff in drink preparation and customer service.
- Created seasonal cocktail menus to elevate beverage offerings and enrich guest experience.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Implemented bar safety procedures to promote a safe working environment for staff.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate pricing and delivery schedules.
- Monitored compliance with health regulations and licensing requirements in bar operations.
- Managed day-to-day operations including opening and closing duties, scheduling shifts for employees, cash handling procedures and payroll processing.
- Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
- Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding quality of food or beverage service in a timely manner.
- Adjusted schedules and workflows to optimize labor costs in alignment with customer demand.
- Analyzed financial data such as costs associated with labor efficiency, waste reduction and cost control initiatives.
- Created promotional materials such as flyers or posters to advertise specials or upcoming events.
- Prepared detailed reports on daily sales figures to track trends in customer preferences.
Bartender
Eddie's ale house
Sun Prairie
09.2021 - Current
- Bartended, prepared food, maintained cleanliness, and engaged with customers to ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed inventory of drinks and supplies for efficient service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages to customers.
Child Care Teacher
Sun Prairie
06.2014 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and curriculum for children ages 5-12, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Managed administrative tasks as director, including filing, tuition collection, bookkeeping, scheduling, and communication via phone and email.
- Reviewed licensing regulations and communicated changes to ensure compliance and maintain a safe environment.
- Left due to an unfortunate medical issue that required a lot of time off that has since been resolved and due to having to move away
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Wisconsin Green Bay
Green Bay, WISkills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Typing
- Microsoft Word
- Customer service
- English
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Entry
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Health regulation compliance
- Financial analysis
- Labor cost control
- Supplier negotiation
- Promotional marketing
- Cash handling
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Customer relations
- Service-oriented mindset
- Guest interaction
- Promotional strategies
- Equipment maintenance
- Cost control
- Budget management
- Supply ordering
- Organizational growth
- Service oriented
- Sales promotion
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Personal Information
Maiden Name: Mileham
Timeline
Bar Manager
Deerfield Grille and Eddies Alehouse
09.2025 - Current
Bartender
Eddie's ale house
09.2021 - Current
Child Care Teacher
06.2014 - 10.2023
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Wisconsin Green Bay