Uriel Romero
San Diego,CA
Summary
Qualified Bartender with robust background in hospitality and mixology. Successfully crafted diverse cocktails and ensured customer satisfaction, contributing to high repeat business. Demonstrated skills in customer service and inventory management. Committed to creating welcoming atmosphere and ensuring memorable experience for guests.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
True North Tavern
06.2022 - Current
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Improved team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
- Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
- Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
Bartender
C-Level / Island Prime
04.2024 - 10.2024
- 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.
- Adapted to fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple drink orders simultaneously without compromising quality.
- Enhanced establishment's reputation, consistently receiving positive feedback on customer satisfaction surveys.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of cocktail recipes and preparation techniques, ensuring high-quality beverage menu.
Bartender
SBICCA
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Cocktail Mixologist, making exceptional drinks to the exact recipes
- Proficient in POS software systems
- Manage inventory, cleanliness of bar area, and restocking of products
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Bartender
Roy's Restaurant
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Managed bar at special events, leading team in providing coordinated service for weddings, business meetings and social gatherings.
- Evaluated bartender performance regularly using key metrics such as sales volume per hour or accuracy in drink preparation.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
Bartender
Dave & Busters
01.2017 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Bartender
TGI Fridays
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Cocktail Mixologist, making exceptional drinks to the exact recipes
- Provided entertainment as a skilled bartender in flair
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Head Food Runner, Barback
McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood & Steam House
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Actively participated in regular staff meetings where feedback was shared regarding service improvements and important updates, resulting in a more cohesive food running team.
- Ensured guest satisfaction through consistent follow-up on completed orders, addressing any concerns or requests promptly.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, prioritizing tasks during peak hours while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
- Streamlined food running process by coordinating effectively with kitchen and waitstaff, resulting in improved overall efficiency.
Education
High School -
Mount Miguel High School
01.2008
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Hospitality service expertise
- Highly reliable
- Performance improvement
- Teamwork and professionalism
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bartender
C-Level / Island Prime
04.2024 - 10.2024
Bartender
True North Tavern
06.2022 - Current
Bartender
Roy's Restaurant
02.2022 - 06.2022
Bartender
SBICCA
01.2022 - 07.2024
Bartender
Dave & Busters
01.2017 - 01.2022
Bartender
TGI Fridays
01.2011 - 01.2016
Head Food Runner, Barback
McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood & Steam House
01.2009 - 01.2011
High School -
Mount Miguel High School
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