Bartender

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

PETE COLARUSSO

DENVER, CO 80239 401-***-**** ***************@*****.*** Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Employee Scheduling

Product and Service

Knowledge

Task Delegation

Recruiting and Interviewing

Cost Reduction

Operations Management

Orientation and Training

Money Handling

AUGUST 2022-AUGUST 2023

Assistant Manager Extra Space Storage Denver, CO Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.

Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences. Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.

SEPTEMBER 2020-NOVEMBER 2022

Bartender/Bouncer Horseshoe Lounge 414 E 20th Ave Denver CO

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.

Checked IDs and closely examined patrons' faces to verify age. Ejected unruly patrons from premises.

Patrolled exterior and interior of premises.

MAY 2019-JUNE 2020

Forklift Operator/Wearhouse Worker/Delivery Driver Ryan Herco Flow Solutions 3601 East 39th Ave Denver Colorado Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.

Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.

Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.

Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

JUNE 2015-NOVEMBER 2018

Bartender Gary Lee's Motor Club And Grub 176 S Broadway Denver Colorado

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.

Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.

Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

APRIL 2009-SEPTEMBER 2012

Bar Manager Half Moon Saloon Vail, CO

Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.

Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.

Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.

EDUCATION

Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.

Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers. OCTOBER 2001-SEPTEMBER 2009

Bartender Vandetta's Vail, CO

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.

Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

APRIL 1996-SEPTEMBER 2001

Bar Manager Red Lion Vail, CO

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.

Guaranteed optimal beverage stock by assessing inventory and collaborating with owners for corrective action planning to limit expenses.

Strategized plans to increase bar revenue. During my time at the Red Lion we were the #2 apre ski bar in North America. MAY 1996

Bachelor's Degree: History

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO

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