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Vanessa Guarin

Lodi

Summary

Dynamic and customer-focused professional with extensive experience at Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Viva Margarita. Expert in cash handling and POS operation, I excel in building relationships and enhancing guest experiences. Proven ability to train staff and manage inventory effectively, ensuring a vibrant and efficient bar environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Bartender-Server

Cinco De Mayo Mexican Restaurant
Nort Haledon
06.2025 - Current
  • Greeted guests and provided menus.
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.

Bartender

Viva Margarita
Wallington
05.2024 - 06.2025
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
  • Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings, and special promotions.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
  • Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.

Bartender

Agave Cocina&Cantina
Wallington
01.2023 - 05.2024

Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings, and special promotions.

Bartender

La Mayoria
Clifton
07.2023 - 11.2023

Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings, and special promotions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economy

International Business College
University Catholic Luis Amigo
07.2014 - 07.2019

MBA - Economy

Specialization in Logistics Management
University
08.2020 - 08.2021

Skills

  • Cash handling and POS operation
  • Drink preparation and food pairing
  • Inventory management
  • Customer relationship management

Languages

Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Elementary (A2)
A2
Vanessa Guarin