STEVEN GEZELIUS
Sherman Oaks
Summary
Hospitality professional prepared for this role with comprehensive experience in high-energy environments. Proven ability to create memorable guest experiences and maintain well-organized bar area. Reliable team player and adaptable to changing needs, showcasing skills in mixology and customer interaction.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Manager/Bartender/Lead Server
The Variel, Momentum Senior Living
09.2022 - Current
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
- Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
- Maintain inventory levels and control costs to achieve budgetary goal.
- Serve as a liaison between the team and its leadership.
Bartender
Calamigos Ranch
01.2018 - 09.2024
- Bartend primarily for weddings, corporate events and other celebrations
- Pulling all liquor and equipment for efficient bar; glasses, decor, garnishes
- Following the banquet order according to the clients desires, executing all bar functions, signature cocktails
- Last call, closing bar, final inventory, putting everything away and leaving the bar, clean and ready for the next event
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Enhanced dining experience, suggesting food and drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.
Server/Bartender
Alligator Pear Catering
01.2016 - 03.2022
- Being a team player is essential.
- Duties include load in, set up, adhere to timeline provided by client, breakdown and load out.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- A wide range of events from large scale banquets/buffets, formal weddings serving multiple courses, and smaller intimate affairs; bridal showers, bar mitzvahs, birthdays, and intimate gatherings.
- Venues include; USC, UCLA, DGA, AMPAS-Pickford Center for Motion Picture Study, and private residential estates from Santa Barbara to Palm Springs.
Crafts Service
Sunday Night Dinner Craft Services
01.2011 - 02.2022
- Crafts Service for Union and nonunion productions provide food, snacks and beverages for cast and crew throughout the shoot.
- Coordinating location and dietary restrictions with production managers, duties include purchasing, load in, set up, full service throughout the duration of production, break down and load out.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Productions include: Hell's Kitchen, The Bachelor, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, America's Got Talent, Shark Tank, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Bartender/Server/Banquet Captain
Culinary Services
01.2009 - 02.2022
- Perform all bar responsibilities as well as server support; opening and closing side work, greeting and seating guests, taking food and beverage orders and ensuring guest ultimate satisfaction
- Additional assignments: Bel Air Country Club, Wilshire Country Club, Hillcrest Country Club, Los Angeles Country Club, Los Angeles Yacht Club, Jonathan Beach and Jonathan Town Club, Hotel Bel-Air, Sunset Plaza Hotel, London Hotel, and exclusive private residences
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Server
Hy's SteakHouse
01.2004 - 01.2009
Server
Gardens on Glendon/Kate Mantelii
01.1999 - 01.2004
Server
La Scala
01.1991 - 01.1999
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Strong multitasking
- Service Excellence
- Proven Reliability
- Supportive Team Engagement
Certification
TIPs Certified
ServSafe Food Handler
Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training
Timeline
Bar Manager/Bartender/Lead Server
The Variel, Momentum Senior Living
09.2022 - Current
Bartender
Calamigos Ranch
01.2018 - 09.2024
Server/Bartender
Alligator Pear Catering
01.2016 - 03.2022
Crafts Service
Sunday Night Dinner Craft Services
01.2011 - 02.2022
Bartender/Server/Banquet Captain
Culinary Services
01.2009 - 02.2022
Server
Hy's SteakHouse
01.2004 - 01.2009
Server
Gardens on Glendon/Kate Mantelii
01.1999 - 01.2004
Server
La Scala
01.1991 - 01.1999
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Santa Barbara City College
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