Dominique Cruz
Denver
Summary
Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Used to fast paced environments while maintaining a clean and organized atmosphere. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling multiple tasks. People person through and through. Committed to having a good and productive shift. Eager and willing to work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender/ Server
1129 Spirits and Eatery
Pueblo
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Bartender
Bartenders And More
Denver
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
Bartender/Server
Twin Peaks
Lakewood
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Bartender/ Server
Bar Louie
Lakewood
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Server
The District Bar and Grill
Denver
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alameda International High School
Lakewood, CO05-2016
Skills
- Drink preparation
- Inventory management
- Upselling techniques
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Serve Safe certificates
- TIPS on Alcohol Serve training certified
Affiliations
- Avid reader and writer
- Painter and crafter
- Dancer
Timeline
Bartender/ Server
1129 Spirits and Eatery
03.2024 - 12.2024
Bartender/Server
Twin Peaks
10.2022 - 08.2023
Server
The District Bar and Grill
05.2022 - 09.2022
Bartender
Bartenders And More
04.2022 - 12.2024
Bartender/ Server
Bar Louie
03.2021 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Alameda International High School