Derek Velasco
Van Nuys ,Estados Unidos
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Los Agaves
09.2021 - 12.2024
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy and professionalism, turning potentially negative experiences into positive ones.
Driver
JMR Management
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
Bartender
101 North Eatery & Bar
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegio De Bachilleres
Ciudad De México Skills
- Customer service
- Clear and effective communication
- Responsible alcohol service
- Cash register operation
- Food service
- Classic cocktails
- Food running
- Staff management
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Mixology
- Bussing and serving
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Bartender
Los Agaves
09.2021 - 12.2024
Bartender
101 North Eatery & Bar
08.2021 - 12.2024
Driver
JMR Management
04.2019 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Colegio De Bachilleres
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