Christian Young
San Ramon
Summary
Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services in bar area. Talented and skilled multitasker comfortable juggling competing priorities. Polished in concocting specialty cocktails and adding inspiration to new menus.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Beer Baron Whiskey Bar and Kitchen
Pleasanton
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared and served a variety of specialty cocktails and craft beers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area during shifts.
- Interacted with customers, providing excellent service and drink recommendations.
- Managed cash register transactions and processed customer payments efficiently.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Assisted in creating new cocktail menus.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
General Manager
Local Kitchen and Wine Merchant
San Francisco
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversaw inventory management, including ordering and stock control of products.
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to enhance customer engagement.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints to ensure satisfaction with services.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
Bartender
Old Pro
Palo Alto
02.2018 - 06.2021
- Performed opening, closing, and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank, and stocked service bar.
- Interacted with customers, providing excellent service and drink recommendations.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
Bartender
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
San Francisco
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area during shifts.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations to promote a safe drinking environment.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
Education
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA 08.2025 - 01.2026
Skills
- Inventory management
- Cocktail menu creation
- POS system operation
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Team training
- Conflict resolution
- Staff scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability in service
- Trend awareness
Timeline
Diablo Valley College
08.2025 - 01.2026
Bartender
Beer Baron Whiskey Bar and Kitchen
01.2023 - Current
General Manager
Local Kitchen and Wine Merchant
04.2021 - 01.2023
Bartender
Old Pro
02.2018 - 06.2021
Bartender
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
06.2015 - 03.2018