Daniel Van Praag
Los Angeles
Summary
Responsible professional skilled at making custom drinks and maximizing business revenues with top-notch service. Work well with team members to meet all customer needs in fast-paced environments. Good money handling, problem-solving and time management abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Station Bar and Curio
Woodstock
11.2023 - 11.2025
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Catering chef
Grounded Catering
Kingston
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Prep and onsite cooking of large scale catered events.
Craft Bartender
Foxfire Mountain House
Mount Tremper
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed seasonal drink menus to enhance guest experience and engagement.
- Responded quickly to customer requests or complaints in a timely manner.
Store Sales Associate
Boulevard Wines and Spirits
Kingston
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted customers in selecting wines and spirits for various occasions.
- Maintained inventory levels through organized stock management and replenishment.
Server/ Expo
Red onion
Woodstock
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Taking orders and providing a great customer experience. Finishing dishes, keeping timing on dishes being fired.
Craft Bartender
A&p
Woodstock
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Preparing Drinks, creating menu items, closing bar and register.
Bar Manager/Bartender
The Lodge
Woodstock
12.2017 - 02.2019
- Menu building, customer service, training staff, upkeep of bar.
Bar Manager
Bear Cafe/Commune Saloon
Woodstock
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Training staff, printing daily menus, pos management.
Craft Bartender
Stockade Tavern
Kingston
04.2015 - 08.2017
- Crafted unique cocktails using fresh ingredients and innovative techniques.
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced bar environment.
Education
High School -
Onteora High School
Boiceville, New York06.2009
Skills
- Menu development
- Mixology techniques
- Event planning
- POS systems management
- Catering expertise
- Team leadership
- Culinary experience
Timeline
Bartender
Station Bar and Curio
11.2023 - 11.2025
Catering chef
Grounded Catering
06.2022 - 11.2023
Store Sales Associate
Boulevard Wines and Spirits
09.2021 - 05.2022
Craft Bartender
Foxfire Mountain House
08.2020 - 06.2022
Server/ Expo
Red onion
02.2019 - 04.2020
Craft Bartender
A&p
02.2019 - 07.2019
Bar Manager/Bartender
The Lodge
12.2017 - 02.2019
Bar Manager
Bear Cafe/Commune Saloon
06.2017 - 12.2017
Craft Bartender
Stockade Tavern
04.2015 - 08.2017
High School -
Onteora High School