Darren O Brien
VANCOUVER,BC
Summary
Accomplished Bar Supervisor with a proven track record at Prestons Bar and Lounge, adept in mixology and team training. Elevated customer satisfaction by implementing innovative drink preparation procedures, reducing waste, and enhancing team performance. Known for exceptional hospitality and efficient bar restocking, consistently maximizing profits and fostering customer loyalty.
Hardworking Bartender with experience in large-scale casual dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Shamrock Bar and Grill
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Bar Supervisor
Prestons Bar and Lounge
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Handled cash on daily basis, which built trustworthiness, and loyalty with owners.
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
- Scheduled bands, singers and musicians for live music nights.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies.
- Guaranteed optimal beverage stock by assessing inventory and collaborating with owners for corrective action planning to limit expenses.
Cocktail Bartender
Slaney Bar and Grill
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
Education
GED -
Colaiste Dhulaigh
Ireland04-2013
Skills
- Mixology
- Basic accounting
- Health codes compliance
- Bar restocking
- Proficient in mixology
- Dining room management
- Safe food handling procedures
- Team training and development
- Beer and wine recommendations
- Hospitality and accommodation
Accomplishments
Standard First Aid Level C CPR and AED, 02/01/21, Present
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Standard First Aid Level C CPR and AED, 02/01/21, Present
Standard First Aid Level C CPR and AED, 02/01/21, Present
Timeline
Bartender
Shamrock Bar and Grill
09.2021 - 10.2024
Bar Supervisor
Prestons Bar and Lounge
11.2019 - 03.2020
Cocktail Bartender
Slaney Bar and Grill
02.2016 - 01.2019
GED -
Colaiste Dhulaigh
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