Jasmin Mendoza
Chicago
Summary
Experienced bartender with a strong work ethic and a proven track record in the food and beverage industry. Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant and bar environments. Committed to delivering exceptional cocktail experiences for guests while seamlessly collaborating with the team. Proactive and dependable, consistently goes above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Seasonal Bartender
Frosty's Christmas Bar
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Marketed and served Christmas-themed cocktails to an average of 500 guests a night
- Serviced all customer walk-ups at the main bar while managing service well during high volumes
- Ensured a safe environment by coordinating with the team to regulate alcohol consumption and prevent conflicts
- Utilized social media platforms to expand clientele
- Communicated operational success & areas of opportunity to management when given the opportunity
Seasonal Lead Bartender
AIRE Rooftop Bar - Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Serve food and alcoholic beverages including wine, craft beer, and custom cocktails to 300-500 patrons a night
- Study & memorize popular cocktail recipes, local beers, and wines to give quality recommendations to guests
- Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked bar area by managing inventory, wiping down surfaces, and replenishing fresh ingredients
- Warmly welcome 200+ patrons/night with a smile ensuring they were promptly served and satisfied
- Integrate selling techniques to up sell offerings on a day to day basis, resulting in recognition from management for regularly having the highest amount of sales in a shift
- Handle and process $4K+ in transactions per shift including credit, debit, & cash payments
Server
Moe's Cantina - Wrigleyville
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Exhibited excellent client relations by anticipating needs, establishing rapport, and catering to all requests
- Maintained a communicative environment with fellow staff to ensure team efficiency
- Handled cash and credit card transactions throughout the shift
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions at the end of the shift to maintain accurate records
Seasonal Server
AIRE Rooftop Bar - Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Served food & beverages to large groups of guests & private company parties in a prompt & hospitable fashion
- Handled group walk-ins including 20+ guests at a time, providing excellent hospitality at a fast pace
- Displayed a strong knowledge of cocktail terminology to make unique drink recommendations
- Well-informed on major allergens & dietary restrictions on all food offerings
- Navigated Aloha POS systems quickly & efficiently
Education
High School Diploma -
Lane Tech
Chicago, IL07.2019
Skills
- Meticulous & Organized
- Proficient with technology & POS systems such as Toast & Aloha
- Experienced in restaurant & hospitality operations
- Solution oriented
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Safe service compliance
- Craft cocktail preparation
Certification
ETIPS Basset On Premise, 05/25
Timeline
Seasonal Bartender
Frosty's Christmas Bar
11.2024 - 01.2025
Seasonal Lead Bartender
AIRE Rooftop Bar - Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
05.2023 - 10.2024
Server
Moe's Cantina - Wrigleyville
02.2023 - 05.2023
Seasonal Server
AIRE Rooftop Bar - Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile
06.2022 - 10.2022
ETIPS Basset On Premise, 05/25
High School Diploma -
Lane Tech
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