Aileen Gonzalez
Compton
Summary
Experienced bartender with specialized knowledge of garnishing, mixing, and serving alcoholic drinks. Interested in the Bartender position to apply hands-on experience and multi-tasking abilities and customer service skills to improve guests experiences.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Crow's Nest
- Greet bar guests with a friendly and helpful attitude at all times.
- Provide guests with drink suggestions and menu information.
- Keep up with popular new drinks and stay well acquainted with countless drink recipes and mixing techniques.
- Maintain a clean and orderly bar.
- Manage bar inventory and placed orders as needed.
- Handle difficult and inappropriate customers with grace and professionalism.
- Work well with other bar and restaurant staff.
- Take and serve food orders.
Lead Bartender
Bottoms Up Bar
Sussan
- Provided recommendations on beer, wine, and liquor selection to enhance customer experience.
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple drink orders at once and maintaining a clean and organized bar area.
- Responsible for handling cash transactions, processing payments, and closing out tabs at the end of each shift.
- Participated in training sessions to improve my knowledge of different types of alcohol and cocktail preparation techniques.
Bartender
Auggies Bar and Grill
Panda
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
- Restocked ice, condiments and snacks.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
Bartender
Commerce Casino
Commerce, CA
02.2024 - 2025
- Provided recommendations on beer, wine, and liquor selection to enhance customer experience.
- Maintained a clean and organized bar area, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple drink orders at once and maintaining a clean and organized bar area.
- Responsible for handling cash transactions, processing payments, and closing out tabs at the end of each shift.
- Participated in training sessions to improve my knowledge of different types of alcohol and cocktail preparation techniques.
Bartender / Server
King of Wings
Lawndale, CA
2026 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring positive dining experiences for guests.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Maximized table turnover rate by managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Assisted in planning and execution of special events, contributing to restaurant's reputation for hosting.
- Managed inventory of dining supplies to prevent shortages during service.
- Resolved customer complaints with calm, solution-focused approach, ensuring guest satisfaction.
Education
Administration of Justice
Compton College
Compton, CAHigh School Diploma - undefined
Lynwood High School
Lynwood, CA01.2012
Skills
- Responsible alcohol service
- Alcohol ordering
- Guest satisfaction
- Identification verification
- Billing and payment processing
- Responsible serving
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- ABC regulations
- Cocktail service
- Customer service
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Server maintenance
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food safety
- Strong leadership
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
Timeline
Bartender
Commerce Casino
02.2024 - 2025
Bartender
Crow's Nest
Bartender
Auggies Bar and Grill
High School Diploma - undefined
Lynwood High School
Lead Bartender
Bottoms Up Bar
Bartender / Server
King of Wings
2026 - Current
Administration of Justice
Compton College