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Yoshi Banks

Yoshi Banks

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic bartender with a proven track record at Drop Inn Lounge, excelling in crafting signature cocktails and enhancing customer satisfaction. Strong multitasking abilities and a team player attitude led to reduced wait times and increased beverage sales. Highly reliable in managing inventory and training staff on efficient service and responsible alcohol practices.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Drop Inn Lounge
04.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in preparing and serving beverages to enhance customer experience.
  • Learned and maintained cleanliness standards in bar area to ensure safety and hygiene.
  • Adapted quickly to high-pressure environments while delivering prompt service during peak hours.
  • Collaborated with team members to manage inventory and restock supplies efficiently.
  • Boosted beverage sales, designing and promoting range of signature cocktails.
  • Contributed to event success, planning beverage menus and efficiently serving large groups.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • 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.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.

Bartender/ Server

Reds Lounge
2016 - 2020
  • Crafted a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance guest satisfaction.
  • Managed bar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
  • Trained new staff on cocktail preparation, customer service, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented efficient workflow processes to improve bar service speed and accuracy.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.

Education

High School Diploma - Music Composition

Hyde Park High School
Chicago, IL
06.1994

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Memory retention
  • Alcohol awareness
  • Food service
  • Drink preparation techniques

Certification

Basset certification food handler certificate

Timeline

Bartender

Drop Inn Lounge
04.2022 - Current

Bartender/ Server

Reds Lounge
2016 - 2020

High School Diploma - Music Composition

Hyde Park High School

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