Experienced hospitality professional skilled in beverage mixing, bar inventory management, and delivering customer satisfaction. Focused on teamwork and adaptability while thriving in high-pressure environments. Committed to maintaining an organized workspace and fostering positive patron experiences.
Work History
Banquet Bartender/Restaurant Server
1 Year 2 Months
The Clyde Hotel | 08.2025 - Current
Prepared and served beverages for events at a historic hotel.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area during events.
Collaborated with event staff to ensure smooth service during banquets.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Prepared and served many drinks per shift in high-volume environment.
Bartender/Restaurant Server
5 Years 2 Months
Tanoan Country Club | 08.2019 - 10.2024
Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Delivered food and beverages promptly while attentively addressing customer needs to enhance dining experience.
Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Facilitated staff training by sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices to elevate team performance.
Executed opening and closing duties, including printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory to ensure smooth operations.
Restaurant Server
1 Year 7 Months
Marios Pizzeria | 11.2017 - 06.2019
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Maintained a clean and welcoming dining environment for guest comfort and enjoyment.
Contributed to team success by assisting fellow servers during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Trained new hires on restaurant policies, procedures, and exceptional customer service standards.
Bartender/Restaurant Server
8 Months
Hacienda De Mesilla | 02.2017 - 10.2017
Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
Elevated the guest experience by anticipating their needs proactively throughout their visit.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
Established rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through exceptional service.
Customer Service Representative
9 Months
Apple Care Call Center | 01.2017 - 10.2017
Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
Addressed customer inquiries to ensure satisfaction and foster positive service experience.
Negotiated solutions with dissatisfied customers, turning potential negative reviews into positive testimonials.
Bartender/Beverage Cart Server
3 Years 10 Months
Picacho Hills Country Club | 03.2013 - 01.2017
Maintained a presentable and well-stocked bar to enhance customer satisfaction.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Trained new staff on bar procedures, cocktail recipes, and customer service standards, ensuring consistent service quality.
Planned beverage menus and served large groups efficiently, contributing to successful events.
Built strong relationships with repeat customers through engaging conversations and memorized drink orders, fostering loyalty.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
New Mexico State University | Las Cruces, NM | 05-2028