Travis Mitchell
Long Beach,CA
Summary
- I am an ambitious server/ bartender with 15+ years of experience, offering personalized attention to guests through extensive menu knowledge. Being organized, dedicated, dependable and service oriented allows me to strive to ensure every guest has the best experience possible.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender and server
Portuguese Bend Distillery
Long Beach, CALIFORNIA
03.2022 - Current
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Server
Padre
Long Beach, CA
04.2017 - 12.2021
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Used extensive knowledge of the menu to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business, and maintain order accuracy
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Bartender and Server
California Pizza Kitchen
Long Beach, CA
12.2014 - 01.2017
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
Bartender
Saint Rocke
Hermosa Beach, CA
11.2011 - 12.2014
- Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.
- Increased bar revenue through development and marketing of featured cocktails.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Education
Associate of Science - Cognitive Psychology
El Camino College
Torrance, CA06.2010
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills and in Depth Menu Knowledge
- High Energy and Stamina
- Menu Recommendations
- Specials Promotion and Upselling
- Customer Service and Rapport
Certification
Food Handlers Card
Alcohol Awareness
Serve Safe
Timeline
Bartender and server
Portuguese Bend Distillery
03.2022 - Current
Server
Padre
04.2017 - 12.2021
Bartender and Server
California Pizza Kitchen
12.2014 - 01.2017
Bartender
Saint Rocke
11.2011 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - Cognitive Psychology
El Camino College
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