I am highly motivated, dedicated, and I have extensive restaurant experience. I pledge diligence, professionalism, and enthusiasm. I am a relentlessly hard worker and a fast learner.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prime, a Shula's Steakhouse - Lead Bartender
Gila River Resorts and Casinos
01.2022 - Current
At Prime, I learned the particularities of fine dining while further developing my craft as a bartender. I deal with VIPs on a regular basis and sell fine wines, spirits, and food with great acumen.
I run the cocktail program, making all infusions, syrups, and batches, as well as helping curating our spirits and liqueurs.
Ling & Louie's- Bartender
Gila River Resorts and Casinos
11.2019 - 01.2022
Here I cemented my considerable casino food and beverage operations experience, all the while developing my knowledge of craft cocktails.
I would make syrups and infuse spirits and dealt with a high volume of sales.
Fullhouse Cafe- Assistant Manager
Gila River Resorts and Casinos
08.2019 - 07.2020
I was charged with a number of duties not limited to scheduling, disciplinary actions, and inventory.
I oversaw not only the 24 hour operations of the Cafe but also food service to the Poker Room, food service to the hotel, and the Aroma coffee shop.
Total operations revenue for the outlets I managed exceeded 4 million dollars a year.
Unfortunately I was laid off as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
General Manager
EarlyBaker
03.2018 - 01.2019
Company Overview: A small restaurant/bakery in Ahwatukee.
General Manager
Shawarma Paradise
10.2017 - 03.2018
Company Overview: A bustling fast-casual restaurant serving a high volume of ASU students.
Skills
Native speaker of French
Fluent in Spanish
Familiar with Microsoft Excel
Familiar with Microsoft Outlook
Familiar with a myriad point of sale systems
Considerable experience dealing with diverse cultures
Bar operations management
Craft cocktail preparation
Extensive knowledge of wine, spirits, and cocktails
Certification
Food handler's card
Title 4 Certification
Level 1 Sommelier in the Court of Master Sommeliers
References
Karin Guernsey, Previously General Manager of the Fullhouse Cafe at Wild Horse Pass Casino, direct supervisor, (480)-252-0309
Lawrence Manuel, Previously General Manager of Ling and Louie's at Wild Horse Pass Casino, direct supervisor, (520)-405-1183
Boris Bakrac, Previously General Manager of Ling and Louie's at Wild Horse Pass Casino, direct supervisor, (480)-406-5933
Malkanthi De Silva, Owner of Shawarma Paradise, former employer, (480)-228-1178