Johnny Przybyla
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and intuitive ability to engage customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience. Motivated bartender with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating customer needs to facilitate enjoyable dining experiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Mother Wolf
11.2021 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained clean and orderly dining area for enjoyable guest experience.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
Bartender
Arclight Hollywood Cafe Bar
12.2014 - 03.2020
- Craft cocktail service provided within high volume, fast paced environment.
- Designed unique drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of special events.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Provided bar patrons with food service.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean.
- Stayed up-to-date on state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and maintained compliance for inspections.
Bartender
21 West Catering
06.2004 - 08.2017
- Responsible for bar set up and function.
- Adjusted bar format to accommodate needs of each particular event.
- Developed signature cocktails to compliment theme of festivity.
Waiter
Hungry Cat
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Service of high quality food and specialty cocktails in fast paced dining experience.
- Upsold drink specialty items, wine selections and desserts to increase overall sales and exceed targets.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Bartender
EL Cid
06.2012 - 01.2015
- Specialty cocktail service in high volume, fast paced restaurant/nightclub environment.
- Assisted with bar closing procedures.
- Orchestrated numerous social functions, including private parties, business meetings and formal engagements.
Education
New York University
New York, NYUniversity of Buffalo
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Bar Operations and Logistics
- Teamwork and Professionalism
- Cash Handling and Management
- TIPS Certified
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Hospitality and Guest Service
- Mixology Techniques
- Guest Relations Management
- Quality Control
- Menu Memorization
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Mother Wolf
11.2021 - Current
Waiter
Hungry Cat
05.2015 - 01.2017
Bartender
Arclight Hollywood Cafe Bar
12.2014 - 03.2020
Bartender
EL Cid
06.2012 - 01.2015
Bartender
21 West Catering
06.2004 - 08.2017
New York University
University of Buffalo
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