Versatile Bar Manager adept at overcoming challenges and streamlining operations. Transforms deficient operations into successful enterprises. Motivational leader and problem solver.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Yak And Yeti
08.2021 - Current
Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.
Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Bar Manager
Agave Shore
08.2022 - 02.2023
Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.
Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Bartender
Kasbah
08.2013 - 03.2020
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Metro State University
Denver, CO
05.2025
Skills
Disciplinary Action
Wine and Liquor Expertise
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Dining Room Management
Confirming Transactions
Supply Ordering
Fire Safety Regulations
Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Bar Manager
Agave Shore
08.2022 - 02.2023
Bar Manager
Yak And Yeti
08.2021 - Current
Bartender
Kasbah
08.2013 - 03.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Social Work
Metro State University
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