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BARTENDER
Professional Summary

Looking to bring mixology proficiency and engaging customer service skills to challenging environment. Took food orders from bar patrons and recommended beverage pairings, boosting average sales. Diligent Bartender with experience bussing tables, washing dishes and maintaining clean and attractive establishment. Solid Bar Back skills developed in busy, gastro-bar establishment. Used calculators, cash registers and POS systems to accurately collect payment for all served products and merchandise.

Skills
  • Responsible Alcohol Service
  • Preparing Garnishes
  • Ordering Bar Supplies
  • Menu Memorization
  • Ordering Procedures
  • Food Running
  • Sales
  • Engaging personality
  • Creative mixology
  • Basic math
  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Food preparation
  • Attending multiple customers
  • Highly reliable
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Hospitality service expertise
Work History
09/2017 to 12/2020
BartenderCompany Name – City, State
  • Clean and polished glassware, tables, and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies for accuracy.
  • Applied excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
  • Operated efficiently in high-volume setting to prepare and serve more than 40 drinks per hour.
  • Stayed up-to-date on state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and maintained compliance for inspections.
  • Waited on up to 100 customers at bar
  • Reduced inventory losses by 20%.
  • Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
  • Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
  • Increased bar revenue by 50% through development and marketing of featured cocktails.
  • Closed out cash register with 100% accuracy and prepared cashier report.
  • Handled $1400 cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness and loyalty with owners.
02/2017 to 01/2018
BartenderCompany Name – City, State
  • Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions such as trivia nights to bring in new customers.
  • Waited on up to 20 customers at bar and at 8 customers per tables in the bar area.
  • Implemented drink prep procedures that reduced wasted stock by 10%.
  • Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
  • Maintained accurate cash drawer of $300 per start of shift.
  • Received over 100 beverage orders nightly from wait staff and delivered beverages to guests while keeping up with bar orders.
  • Handled $1300-$1500 cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness and loyalty with owners.
10/2015 to 02/2017
Bartender/Cocktail WaitressCompany Name – City, State
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
  • Anticipated guest needs and provided proactive service.
  • Assisted with bartending duties during high-volume shifts.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Used correct cleaning, sanitizing and food handling procedures to maintain optimal protections for customers.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization and provide easy access during busy peak service times.
  • Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
  • Maintained accuracy and efficiency when processing sales transactions.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
  • Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in bar environment.
  • Maintained high levels of bar safety by closely monitoring guests' conditions and discontinuing service or asking patrons to leave.
  • Maintained clean and organized bar area, including bar tables and chairs.
  • Reviewed identification in adherence with state and federal laws for serving alcohol.
  • Ensured superior service and efficiency at all times.
  • Collected orders and relayed them to bartenders quickly and accurately.
  • Collected flatware and glassware and delivered to sanitizing station.
  • Maintained reputation for order efficiency and accuracy, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Education
06/2010
Associate of Arts: General Education
San Jose City College - City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • San Jose City College

Job Titles Held:

  • Bartender
  • Bartender/Cocktail Waitress

Degrees

  • Associate of Arts : General Education

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