Shawn Bruns
Plainfield
Summary
Industrious Bartender with broad experience in variety of bars. Remains calm and poised in fast-paced environments. Prepared to handle high-volume service situations. Motivated, service-oriented Bartender with over 2 years high-volume restaurant experience. Extensive wine, beer and cocktail knowledge. Creative with developing new mixology recipes. Reliable and hardworking bartender works autonomously or in teams to serve over 40 customers per shift. Experience managing staff and day-to-day operations. Thriving interpersonal and multitasking skills honed in fast-paced customer-focused environment. Familiar with wide range of beers, liquors, wine and cocktails. Works great with team members to serve customers and meet demand. Always ready to help others and reliable in keeping bar organized, stocked and ready for customers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Partner
Redemption Remodeling
01.2024 - Current
- Led project management initiatives to ensure timely completion of remodeling projects.
- Developed and implemented efficient operational processes to enhance productivity across teams.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through effective communication and personalized service strategies.
- Mentored junior staff, providing training on best practices in remodeling techniques and customer engagement.
Carpenter's Helper
Capital Carpentry LLC
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted in measuring, cutting, and assembling wooden structures and fixtures.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with lead carpenters on project plans to improve workflow efficiency.
- Supported installation of cabinetry, trim work, and flooring by following detailed specifications.
Bartender
Nash Vegas
01.2024 - 10.2025
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages with precision.
- Managed bar inventory, ensuring timely reordering of supplies to maintain stock levels.
- Trained junior bartenders on drink preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Implemented new menu items based on seasonal ingredients, enhancing customer experience.
Bartender
freedom brothers
01.2023 - Current
Bartender
roadhouse country bar & grill
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
Manager /Bartender
uptown tap
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Determined marketing strategies by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Created training modules and documentation to train staff.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Placed weekly liquor orders and performed weekly liquor counts, maintaining adequate inventory.
- Supervised cleanliness of guest service areas before, during and after service.
- Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and handling intoxicated guests.
- Motivated team by giving constructive feedback to deliver exceptional patron experiences to clientele.
- Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
- Checked identification of guests to verify age requirements for alcohol purchase.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Monitored daily checklists and side worksheets to keep other bar staff members on task.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
- Introduced bar staff to precision pouring and waste reduction tactics to lower liquor costs.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Executed [Type] bar program to implement new menu rollouts, bolstering revenue.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
Manager
Pizza Hut
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Determined marketing strategies by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.
- Created training modules and documentation to train staff.
Education
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL01.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Plainfield North
Plainfield, IL08.2017
Skills
- Beer, Wine and Soju Cocktails
- Anticipating Guest Needs
- Outstanding Customer Service
- Extensive Spirits Knowledge
- Proficient in Mixology
- Maintaining Glassware Stock
- Safe Serving Knowledge
- Hospitality and Guest Service
- Mixology Techniques
- TIPS Certified
- Food and Beverage Service
- Ability to Lift 30 Pounds
- Professional Service Standards
Timeline
Partner
Redemption Remodeling
01.2024 - Current
Bartender
Nash Vegas
01.2024 - 10.2025
Carpenter's Helper
Capital Carpentry LLC
01.2023 - 01.2024
Bartender
freedom brothers
01.2023 - Current
Bartender
roadhouse country bar & grill
09.2022 - 01.2023
Manager /Bartender
uptown tap
07.2019 - 08.2022
Manager
Pizza Hut
01.2017 - 02.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Plainfield North
Joliet Junior College