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HEAD BARTENDER
Professional Summary

Dependable and driven Bartender/barback with independent approach to handling high-volume customer loads. Well-versed in assisting wait staff with drinks and food orders. Excellent relationship-builder and multitasker always ready to support team needs and Service-driven restaurant team member knowledgeable about cocktails and popular craft beers. Prepared to offer expertise gained over 4 years of experience and take on dynamic position with growing establishment.

Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Responsible alcohol service
  • Knowledge of craft and microbrews
  • Liquor, beer and wine knowledge
  • Menu memorization
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Engaging personality
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Highly reliable
  • Positive attitude
  • Upselling Products and Services
  • Teamwork / Collaboration
  • Marketing and sales experience
Work History
01/2019 - CurrentHead Bartender | Company Name - City, State
  • Developed unique drink and craft cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings. As well as specialty drinks to work with menu changes, sustaining customer interest and solid bar revenue.
  • Completed countless stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls and conducted inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders.
  • Boosted bar operational efficiency and profitability by mentoring team members on procedures and productivity strategies.
  • Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Conducted inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders.
  • Trained multiple new bartenders on all aspects of job, including drink preparation, up-selling techniques, maintaining customer relationships, garnish preparation and sanitation regulations.
  • Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
  • Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks and Craft cocktails for over 100 of patrons daily and created new libations drawing in clientele.
01/2019 - 10/2019Bartender | Company Name - City, State
  • Trained a brand new bartender on all aspects of the job from drink preparation and knowledge to building valuable customer relationships and upselling techniques
  • Introduced a new cocktail promotion to our menu that was well received by customers and increased monthly sales
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands
  • Kept accurate inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits
  • Took patrons orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options
  • Applied excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle simultaneous customer, team and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors
01/2018 - 07/2018Server | Company Name - City, State
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and chef specials to provide recommendations according to tastes and specific allergies
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals
  • Served needs of more than hundreds of customers in busy Friday night party environment
  • Memorized restaurant wine stock and appropriate entree pairings, driving daily wine sales averaging $1500+
05/2017 - 02/2018Bar-back /Food Runner Server Assistant | Company Name - City, State

Barback

  • Restocked ice, condiments and Garnishes, while also Clearing empty glasses, used plates and trash
  • Helped bartender maintain high level of service by being backbone for the bar, Making sure everything was setup for success
  • Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly
  • Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups

Food Runner

  • Promoted efficiency by removing empty dishes, glassware and silverware to shorten bussing times
  • Organized and replenished supplies at food stations to optimize team performance
  • Conferred with cooks to produce accurate orders, verifying accuracy prior to delivery
  • Delivered food items to tables ensuring each restaurant patron received correct order
  • Trained and mentored newly hired employees to explain process flow and safety procedures
Education
2015Willow Glen High School, CityHigh School Diploma
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Willow Glen High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Head Bartender
  • Bartender
  • Server
  • Bar-back /Food Runner Server Assistant

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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