Accomplished Bartender and Assistant Store Manager with a proven track record at Gaspar’s Grotto, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service and creative mixology. Skilled in multitasking and fostering a team-oriented environment, significantly improved sales and customer service metrics. Expert in responsible alcohol service and inventory management, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and hospitality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Gaspar’s Grotto
03.2018 - 09.2024
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Bartender
5star Dive Bar
09.2017 - 09.2018
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Assistant Store Manager
Sweet Tomatoes Restaurant
05.2011 - 07.2013
Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Fostered a positive work culture by promoting teamwork and recognizing individual achievements among staff members regularly.
Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.