Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Galway House
Boston, MA
2019.06 - 2022.01
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Bar Manager/Bartender Shift Manager
Matt Murphys
Brookline, MA
2017.07 - 2019.05
Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Handled simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Increased bar revenue through development and marketing of featured cocktails.
Restaurant Manager
Dela Restaurant
Galway, Ireland
2014.09 - 2017.05
Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
Created fun team building activities to engage staff in up-selling to meet revenue targets.
Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
Organized receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons.
Bar and Restaurant Owner
Self-employeed
Galway , Ireland
2007.06 - 2014.01
Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
Recruited, hired and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
Supervised daily activities of restaurant and 12 employees.
Set employee schedules, delegated work and monitored food quality and service performance.
Managed payroll, daily deposits and cost controls.
Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.