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Bartender
Robert Spence

Robert Spence

Perth,WA

Summary

Proven expertise in beverage preparation and creative mixology, honed across notable establishments including Revolution De Cuba. Adept at fostering customer loyalty through engaging personality and superior service, significantly enhancing bar reputation. Excelled in inventory management and drink innovation, driving profitability and operational efficiency.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Revolution De Cuba
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.

Bar Supervisor

ATIK
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.

Kitchen Porter

Bob & Bert’s
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots used often by kitchen staff.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Gently moved glassware, crystal, and other delicate items to prevent breakage.

Bartender

Dusk Nightclub
02.2020 - 11.2020
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.

Bartender

Back O’Hill Pub
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.

Bartender

Lawsons Gin Bar
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.

Education

Master Of Science - Marine Conservation

Aberdeen University
Aberdeen, UK
11.2022

Bachelor Of Science - Marine Biology

University of Stirling
Stirling, UK
08.2021

Skills

  • Beverage Preparation
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
  • Engaging personality
  • Changing beer kegs
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Highly reliable
  • Creative Mixology

Timeline

Bartender

Revolution De Cuba
03.2022 - 10.2022

Bar Supervisor

ATIK
08.2021 - 03.2022

Kitchen Porter

Bob & Bert’s
03.2021 - 06.2021

Bartender

Dusk Nightclub
02.2020 - 11.2020

Bartender

Back O’Hill Pub
10.2018 - 05.2019

Bartender

Lawsons Gin Bar
10.2018 - 04.2019

Master Of Science - Marine Conservation

Aberdeen University

Bachelor Of Science - Marine Biology

University of Stirling
Robert Spence