08/2011 to CurrentCasino BartenderNugget Resort & Casino – 1100 Nugget Ave. Sparks, NV 89431
Casino, fine dining and banquets bartender for a premier Northern Nevada resort and casino. Prepare drink orders for customers and cocktail staff in a fast and efficient manner. Interacting with customers, assessing their needs and making recommendations. Process cash and coupon transactions. Ensuring all customers are of legal age by checking ID's and monitor for signs of over intoxication. Keep the bar and surrounding area clean, orderly and free of hazards. Work with bar support staff in keeping bar fully stocked with alcohol and supplies, assisting in daily, weekly and monthly inventories.
01/2006 to 05/2011Lead BartenderLake Wildwood Clubhouse and Bar – 11255 Cottontail Way, Penn Valley, CA
Lead bartender for clubhouse bar, banquets, and off-sight events. Responsible for staff training, scheduling and evaluations. Supervised other bartenders on assigned shifts. Ensured all closing duties were performed. Monitored pours and initiated cost-savings measures. Created daily checklists for staff. Ensured bartenders followed regulations and laws. Responsible for product purchasing and maintaining appropriate stock levels. Developed a successful wine menu.
