Sterling Pearl
Seattle
Summary
Dynamic hospitality professional with over 9 years of experience, including 6 years specializing in craft cocktail bartending. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while adapting swiftly to changing priorities, ensuring exceptional guest experiences through effective multitasking and attentive service. Recognized as a positive team player who takes initiative and fosters strong communication with coworkers and management. Committed to upholding a strong work ethic characterized by honesty, integrity, punctuality, and dependability, consistently meeting the physical demands of daily responsibilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
Aslan Brewing Tangletown
05.2025 - Current
- Cocktail menu development
- Training staff on mixology techniques
- Insure quality control of food and beverage
- Daily prep and inventory (juicing, garnish, infusions, stocking, etc.)
Bar Manager
Union Saloon
03.2021 - 04.2025
- Manage daily operations for bar and restaurant
- High volume craft cocktail service
- Weekly product ordering and inventory
- Establish meaningful connections with recurring guests
Lead Bartender
Atrium Los Feliz
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Mixing craft cocktails in high volume setting
- Guiding guests through menu demonstrating knowledge of ingredients and preparation
- Pairing beverage recommendations with dishes (wine, beer, cocktails, non alcoholic)
- Daily prep and inventory
- Developing new cocktails geared toward current season
- Monitoring guests alcohol intake and prohibiting sale of alcohol to people who appear intoxicated
Busser/ Food Runner/ Host
67 Restaurant at The Edgewater Hotel
06.2016 - 01.2018
- Assist servers/ bartenders directly (greet new parties, take drink orders, clear plates)
- Take reservations via phone and host stand
- Assure quality of food before reaching table
- Making coffee beverages (lattes, cappuccino, etc.)
- Prepare beverage garnish
Education
High School -
Nathan Hale High School
Seattle, Wa06.2014
Skills
- Customer service
- Inventory
- Employee coaching
- Cleanliness standards
- Supply ordering
- Cocktail development
- Classic cocktails
- New hire training
Timeline
Lead Bartender
Aslan Brewing Tangletown
05.2025 - Current
Bar Manager
Union Saloon
03.2021 - 04.2025
Lead Bartender
Atrium Los Feliz
11.2018 - 03.2020
Busser/ Food Runner/ Host
67 Restaurant at The Edgewater Hotel
06.2016 - 01.2018
High School -
Nathan Hale High School