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A Cocktail Bartender or Mixologist is a skilled professional working typically in a bar setting, undertaking the work of crafting and serving a variety of cocktails, including mixed drinks. The duties may vary based on the type of hospitality sector, the individual works for, however, the following are certain core and common duties found on the Cocktail Bartender Resume – preparing and garnishing drinks according to established recipes or customer preferences, ensuring the bar area is well-stocked with ingredients and supplies, providing excellent customer service, taking orders promptly, and offering drink recommendation to customers.

Apart from having a strong knowledge of various spirits, liqueurs, and mixers, the incumbent is expected to possess the following skills – the ability to create new cocktail recipes, strong multitasking abilities, a keen attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to deliver a memorable bar experience to customers, and a good understanding of responsible alcohol service. Communication and customer service skills are paramount for building rapport with patrons. While formal education is not always required, many cocktail bartenders have a strong foundation in mixology and beverage services gained through bartending training schools.

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Cocktail Bartender Resume

Summary : As a Cocktail Bartender, served Pursuit guests in a welcoming, timely, and efficient manner, handled cash, credit, and room charge payments, crafted specialty cocktails using local Montana spirits, and poured local beer and wine.

Skills : Mixology, Drink Knowledge.

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  1. Followed federal, state, and company policies and regulations for responsibly serving alcoholic beverages.
  2. Assisted as needed with setting up of rooms for special events, meetings, conferences, and banquets.
  3. Offered assistance to guests and teammates where needed, and maintained knowledge of local beer, wine, and spirits.
  4. Consistently checked the bar area for cleanliness and ensure all necessary items are in place.
  5. Possessed clear knowledge of all various liquors, beer, and wines available at the Club, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the a la carte menu, including daily features and specials.
  6. Assisted with serving food and beverages to the Members and guests at the bar.
  7. Accurately executed Member/guest orders and requests in a timely fashion.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
High School Diploma


Cocktail Bartender Resume

Summary : As a Cocktail Bartender, provided an All Out refined yet fun guest experience through genuine expert hospitality, arrived at work on time, in uniform with a polished appearance, and worked as part of a team for efficiency, engagement, hospitality, and All Out Fun.

Skills : Customer Service, Communication Skills.

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  1. Delivered a personalized experience every time by getting to know the guest and by becoming an expert in our scratch-kitchen menu, craft cocktails, beer, wine, and spirit offerings.
  2. Listened to the guests and provided Rock Star Service that’s just for them.
  3. Interacted on one with the guests, took their orders, made cocktails utilizing company service standards, and ensured guest satisfaction., maintained an issued cash bank throughout your shift. 
  4. Actively marketed yourself and the establishment through various social media outreach and staff outings. 
  5. Contributed to the organization as an active business partner who is responsible for supporting the company's goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values.
  6. Consistently followed Food and beverage sequence of service utilizing all proper procedures standardized by venue managers and chefs.
  7. Exhibited proper knowledge, selling techniques, and service delivery of both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, and any menu items offered while maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the bar.
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
High School Diploma


Cocktail Bartender Resume

Headline : As a Cocktail Bartender, anticipated the guests needs and responded appropriately with a sense of urgency, cleaned all equipment, tools, and supplies, and maintained equipment in good working order while following all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division, department, and County health department.

Skills : Multitasking, Attention to Detail.

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  1. Worked as a team and effectively communicated with management, bartenders, and service staff to fulfill and address any issues or needs requested by guests and/or other Associates.
  2. Interacted with customers, providing full-service dining experiences at the bar.
  3. Assessed customers’ needs and preferences and made recommendations.
  4. Mixed ingredients to prepare cocktails as dictated by Cuvee 30A standards and recipes.
  5. Maintained the highest standard of cleanliness and food and beverage safety.
  6. Stayed guest-focused and nurtured an excellent guest experience.
  7. Complied with all food and beverage regulations and laws.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
High School Diploma

Cocktail Bartender Resume

Objective : As a Cocktail Bartender, prepared alcoholic beverages by established standards and all applicable federal laws and regulations, and performed cashier service for Warriors bar guests. Provides superior customer service and maintains the bar environment in a manner that will ensure repeat business, greets guests, and takes orders from patrons on the bar and at the lounge tables.

Skills : Personality, Charisma.

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  1. Prepared alcoholic beverage orders from the bar for wait staff to serve to guests.
  2. Maintained the supplies and equipment needed for the daily operation of the bar. 
  3. Replenished cocktail napkins, and snack items and arranged bottles and glasses attractively.
  4. Took payment at the cash register and was responsible for proper cash handling, reconciliation, and accounting for the house bank.
  5. Ensured compliance with RBS regulations, and managed bar outlet in the absence of the Lead Bartender.
  6. Resolved customer concerns and complaints and listened to guest suggestions in a continuous effort to provide superior service to all Elk Valley Casino guests.
  7. Stocked and maintained liquor and beer storage areas following first-in, first-out protocols, and memorized liquor and beer assortment to best serve the patrons.
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
High School Diploma

Cocktail Bartender Resume

Summary : As a Cocktail Bartender, communicated effectively with customers and employees at all levels, treated people with respect, inspired the trust of others, worked with integrity and ethics, upheld organizational values, and self-motivated and motivated employees at all levels to achieve the company's long and short-term goals.

Skills : Knowledge of Bar Equipment, Organization.

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  1. Provided excellent customer service to guests and other team members, made sound judgments, and anticipated issues and opportunities.
  2. Handled comments, complaints, and concerns, with a high level of efficiency and in the best interest of the guest.
  3. Worked closely with all other departments to ensure overall guest satisfaction.
  4. Activities occurred at the Lodge and in the area to answer guests’ questions.
  5. Familiarized guests with local activities and lodge services including safety procedures.
  6. Followed proper pouring guidelines, and took daily/weekly inventory of all alcohol.
  7. Prepared wood-burning fires in lounge and dining room as needed, and prepared wood-burning sauna as requested by guests.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
High School Diploma

Cocktail Bartender Resume

Summary : As a Cocktail Bartender, prepared the firepit as requested by guests, ensured the Day Lodge bar area was clean, stocked, serviced ready for large groups, twice daily, worked areas clean, neat, and organized, and attended staff meetings and safety meetings.

Skills : Upselling Skills, Responsible Service.

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  1. Informed Supervisor of any additional needs to carry out duties, and ensured proper glassware was clean, shined, and ready for service.
  2. Reported any safety issues immediately to the Supervisor.
  3. Conducted food and beverage service including setting and preparing the wilderness lodge dining room, setting and cleaning the lounge and bar area.
  4. Participated in island cleaning routines including cleaning guest cabins, clearing tables, washing dishes, tending to trash, sweeping, washing windows, and cleaning restrooms as needed.
  5. Participate in the provisioning of the island including loading/unloading supply vessels and conducting inventories.
  6. Arrived to work on time, ready to work, dressed in a clean uniform, with a neat and clean appearance.
  7. Participated in emergency response activities including firefighting, emergency medical activities (within an employee’s training limitations), and other incidents.
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
High School Diploma

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Headline : As a Cocktail Bartender, maintained balance on uneven surfaces and ladders, negotiated stairs with regular frequency, worked in a food preparation environment with applicable chemicals and materials, welcomed customers, read and listened to people to determine beverage preferences, made recommendations, and took drink orders.

Skills : Evidence Collection, Preservation.

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  1. Planned drink menus and informed customers about new beverages and specials.
  2. Selected and mixed ingredients, garnishing glasses, and serving beverages to customers.
  3. Checked identification to ensure customers are of the legal age to purchase alcohol.
  4. Took inventory and ordered supplies to ensure the bar and tables were well-stocked, and adhered to all food safety and quality regulations.
  5. Handled cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges were accurate and returning correct change to patrons, balancing the cash register.
  6. Maintained a clean work and dining area by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing glasses, utensils, and equipment.
  7. Developed new cocktail recipes, and handled a variety of payment transactions in a point-of-sale terminal system.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
High School Diploma

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Headline : As a Cocktail Bartender, provided great guest service, was proficient in making drinks correctly and promptly, maintained a high level of cleanliness and a safe, hazard-free work environment, and informed management of any product shortages, equipment failures, or staffing issues promptly.

Skills : Forensic Analysis, Crime Scene Documentation.

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  1. Oversaw barbacks when bussing, cleaning, re-stocking, and garnish preparation.
  2. Maintained a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that enables getting along with guests, vendors, co-workers, and management.
  3. Demonstrated a commitment to ensuring responsible gaming and responsible alcohol service by discreetly notifying appropriate management of concerns and observations.
  4. Complied with all Oklahoma Liquor Laws and the Choctaw Nation Alcoholic Beverage Ordinances.
  5. Received and fulfilled beverage & food orders including mixing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to standard beverage recipes, communicating with food runner/ kitchen. 
  6. Completed monetary transactions and maintained an accurate bank, received and prepared beverage orders from customers and cocktail servers.
  7. Checked on food orders, and maintained the cleanliness of the bar area and equipment.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
High School Diploma

Cocktail Bartender Resume

Objective : As a Cocktail Bartender, I mixed alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to memorized standard beverage recipes, and served beverages, using repetitive motions, by established service procedures.

Skills : Laboratory Testing, Data Interpretation.

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  1. Operated cash register, completed transactions according to procedures, and maintained accurate bank.
  2. Maintained cleanliness of the bar area by removing used glasses, and napkins, emptying ashtrays, and wiping the bar top.
  3. Greeted and communicated with guests in a friendly, courteous manner, and prepared written requisitions and orders for bar stock.
  4. Maintained and replenished ice supply, took and Placed food orders for Pool Guests.
  5. Took drink orders from patrons or servers and prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to standard recipes. 
  6. Mixed ingredients for cocktails and served wine and bottled or draught beer, rang drink orders into the register, collected payment, and made a change. 
  7. Washed and sterilized glassware, prepared garnishes for drinks and prepared and replenished appetizers. Must possess exceptional knowledge of beer and craft beer varieties.
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
High School Diploma

Cocktail Bartender Resume

Headline : As a Cocktail Bartender, mixed and served alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages for guests, served food to bar patrons, took food and drink orders from guests or other servers, and mixed ingredients such as liquor, soda, water, sugar, and bitters to specifications to prepare cocktails and other drinks, serves wine and draft or bottled beer.

Skills : Expert Testimony, Collaborative Skills.

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Description :

  1. Served drinks and food to guests, and collected money for drinks and food served at the time of service.
  2. Monitored consumption of alcohol by guests, and took appropriate action with intoxicated guests.
  3. Sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks, cleaned and maintained the bar area.
  4. Delivered Spirit Mountain’s Spirit of Excellence by consistently modeling attitudes and behaviors in alignment with SMGI’s Pride Values, Brand Promise, and Business Vision.
  5. Learned comprehends and complies with all Company and departmental policies and procedures, MICS, gaming regulations, and Title 31 Regulation requirements.
  6. Followed all Corporate and departmental safety policies and procedures.
  7. Greeted guests as they arrived or moved about the bar area, and maintained proper and adequate set-up of the bar daily.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
High School Diploma