Bradley Watkins
Los Angeles,CA
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Prep
Dada Bar and Market
Los Angeles
02.2025 - Current
- Responsible for bar preparation on Thursdays and Fridays.
- Stock and maintain all lowboys, cocktails, and bar service areas to ensure smooth operations.
- Prepare cocktail batches, fresh juices, garnishes, and other bar ingredients.
- Cut limes and prepare garnishes; dehydrate limes and grapefruit for cocktail service.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout bar and prep areas.
- Track inventory levels, organize deliveries, and put away new orders.
- Assist with inventory management by monitoring product usage and restocking needs.
Security
New Beverly Cinema
Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - Current
- On Friday and Saturday nights, maintain a safe and welcoming theater environment.
- Monitor screenings and assist guests with questions or concerns.
- Enforce venue policies professionally and respectfully.
- Check tickets and bags while ensuring a smooth experience for patrons.
- Address disruptions during screenings while maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
Bartender/Can Line Operator
Ghost Town Brewing
Oakland, CA
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Operated and maintained automated canning line equipment.
- Packaged beer into cans and kegs while meeting production goals.
- Built and sanitized packaging rigs, hoses, and transfer equipment.
- Assisted with beer transfers and carbonation procedures.
- Operated forklifts and maintained accurate warehouse inventory.
- Trained new employees on production processes and safety procedures.
- Worked with production staff to maximize efficiency and maintain quality standards.
- Bartended in the taproom, providing customer service and product knowledge while supporting daily operations.
Bartender/Can Line Operator
Almanac Brewing
Alameda, CA
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Packaged beer into cans and kegs for distribution.
- Loaded and unloaded deliveries using warehouse equipment.
- Assisted with receiving, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
- Constructed and cleaned transfer manifolds and hoses.
- Assisted with beer transfers and packaging operations.
- Maintained sanitation standards throughout production areas.
- Supported taproom operations and bartended during service and events.
- Provided customer service while educating guests about Almanac beers.
Beer Buyer
Whole Foods Market
San Francisco, CA
09.2011 - 09.2018
- Managed beer purchasing and inventory for a high-volume specialty department.
- Ordered seasonal, specialty, and high-demand products based on sales trends.
- Built displays and maintained product presentation standards.
- Conducted beer tastings and educated customers on craft beer selections.
- Assisted wine department operations and bartended the in-store beer and wine bar.
- Delivered knowledgeable customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
Timeline
Bar Prep
Dada Bar and Market
02.2025 - Current
Security
New Beverly Cinema
02.2024 - Current
Bartender/Can Line Operator
Ghost Town Brewing
02.2020 - 08.2022
Bartender/Can Line Operator
Almanac Brewing
09.2018 - 08.2020
Beer Buyer
Whole Foods Market
09.2011 - 09.2018