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Daxton Marchus

Fountain Valley

Summary

Clean-cut, reliable, and hardworking hospitality professional with extensive experience in bartending, craft cocktails, and team leadership. Passionate about exceptional guest experiences, efficient operations, and consistent product quality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Bartender / Bar Manager

HopMonk Tavern
11.2010 - 10.2021
  • Managed daily bar operations in a 200+ seat restaurant, achieving $1,000+ in daily sales.
  • Oversaw cash handling, staff training, and weekly inventory with accuracy and consistency.
  • Ordered liquor and draft beer weekly and curated seasonal draft selections.
  • Trained and mentored junior bartenders on techniques and cocktail preparation.
  • Created and implemented seasonal specialty cocktail menus.
  • Prepped large-batch cocktails (e.g., Bloody Mary mix, Sangria), fresh juices, and garnishes daily.
  • Maintained a clean, organized workspace and resolved draft beer system issues efficiently.
  • Floor Manager | Concurrent
  • Directed opening and closing procedures and front-of-house staff management.
  • Ensured consistent quality standards and prepared daily summary reports.
  • Collaborated with management on promotional events to drive sales and customer retention.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving positive relationships between the business and its clientele.

Area Sales Manager

Sonoma Springs Brewing Co.
01.2014 - 02.2015
  • Managed account relationships across Santa Rosa, Vacaville, Davis, and Napa territories.
  • Promoted new company brands through in-house events, farmers’ markets, and beer festivals.
  • Oversaw keg delivery logistics and tracked draft beer inventory.

Education

Culinary Program -

Long Beach City College
01.2010

General Studies & Psychology -

Napa Valley Junior College

Skills

  • Proficient in Aloha & Breadcrumb POS systems
  • Staff management
  • Inventory
  • Superior customer service
  • Employee coaching
  • Expert mixology
  • Bar equipment maintenance
  • Ordering supplies
  • Health codes compliance
  • Preparing garnishes
  • Drink pairings
  • Event coordination
  • Menu development
  • Upselling strategies

Accomplishments

  • Sonoma Bar Battles 2015 & 2016: Fan Favorite Cocktail/Best Booth
  • Gloria Ferrer Cocktail Competition 2015, 2016, 2017: 1st Place Judges’ Choice
  • Martini Madness 2014, 2015: Best Overall People’s Choice, Best Overall Judges’ Choice, Best Use of Surprise Ingredient
  • Martini Madness 2016 & 2017: Most Creative Cocktail, 2nd Place Overall

Timeline

Area Sales Manager

Sonoma Springs Brewing Co.
01.2014 - 02.2015

Lead Bartender / Bar Manager

HopMonk Tavern
11.2010 - 10.2021

Culinary Program -

Long Beach City College

General Studies & Psychology -

Napa Valley Junior College

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