Spencer Washington
Hollywood,FL
Summary
I am a well rounded professional bartender with more than 15 years of experience in four-star dining establishments. I am driven to provide guests with a memorable experience and exceptional hospitality.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender/Server
Doc B's Fresh Kitchen
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Crafted innovative cocktails using fresh ingredients and unique flavor combinations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area throughout shifts.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while processing payments efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
Bartender
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar
Dania Beach, Florida
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Frequently assisted in food and beverage running, expediting orders and bussing tables.
- Maintained 5 Star Reviews.
Full-service bartender
CT Cantina & Taqueria
Dania Beach, Florida
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Full-service bartender since the opening of the establishment.
- Worked day and night shifts as necessary, taking drink and food orders from the bar.
- Demonstrated my extensive knowledge and experience of Tequila and Mezcal.
- Performed meticulous cleaning and sterilization of the entire work area nightly.
Food Server
Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill
Hallandale, Florida
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Studied and promoted all daily food and drink specials.
- Fast paced and crowded environment, and yet accurately handled food and drink service for a substantial number of tables without error.
Bartender/Server
La Estacion and Sushi Garage (Juvia Group)
Miami, Florida
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Catered to customer needs and preferences to make accurate and appropriate beverage and food recommendations.
- Managed alcoholic frozen drink orders from servers and other food requests from guests.
- Established beneficial client relations by anticipating needs building rapport, catering to all guest requests.
- Informative guidance with every guest interaction throughout the various food and beverage menu items.
Bartender
180 Degrees At the DRB
Miami, Florida
02.2016 - 04.2017
- Served gourmet prepared food and wine and pour from over 100 different craft draft, bottled and canned beers.
- Guided and directed guests to craft beers that paired well with the gastronomical menu items.
- Processed credit card transactions and cash payments.
- Operated and performed properly under state sanitary code while multitasking with patrons.
Server
Sushi Sake
Miami, Florida
05.2015 - 02.2016
- Provided exceptional quality fine dining experiences.
- Engaged in customer satisfaction, delivered unyielding standards in a fast-paced environment.
- Received orders, processed payments, and responded appropriately to guest needs and concerns.
- Up-sold additional menu items, beverages, and desserts to increase restaurant profits.
Bartender/Server/Line Cook
Sublime Vegan Restaurant and Bar
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
09.2004 - 01.2015
- Highly skilled in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks within the bar's specifications.
- Possessed knowledge of common cocktails and developed hand-crafted cocktails.
- Comprehensive knowledge of inventory on hand, drink mechanics and pricing parameters.
- Exceptional knowledge of wine regions and the distinct differences that each bottle contained.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain bar organization, and hygienic standards.
- Strong ability to multi-task in a high-volume atmosphere.
- Provided exceptional guest interaction and satisfaction.
Education
Miami Central Senior
Miami, Florida 08.2000 - 06.2004
Skills
- Experience in Aloha, Pinnacle, Toast, Square, Micros and other POS systems (order placement, credit card payment, cash handling)
- Exceptional multitasking
- Great keen attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Fast-paced adaptability
- Suggestive selling
- Excellent judgment
- Responsible alcohol service
- Patience and tolerance
- Menu knowledge
References
Personal and Professional References are available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Doc B's Fresh Kitchen
09.2024 - 12.2025
Bartender
Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar
09.2022 - 08.2024
Full-service bartender
CT Cantina & Taqueria
02.2020 - 08.2022
Food Server
Flanigan's Seafood Bar and Grill
05.2019 - 03.2020
Bartender/Server
La Estacion and Sushi Garage (Juvia Group)
03.2017 - 02.2019
Bartender
180 Degrees At the DRB
02.2016 - 04.2017
Server
Sushi Sake
05.2015 - 02.2016
Bartender/Server/Line Cook
Sublime Vegan Restaurant and Bar
09.2004 - 01.2015
Miami Central Senior
08.2000 - 06.2004