Vladyslava Samodurova
Chicago
Summary
Experienced bartender with a strong background in upscale dining, high-volume bars, and VIP events. Skilled in wine knowledge, mixology, and craft cocktails, with a focus on quality, creativity, and presentation. Recognized for excellent communication, calm under pressure, and providing personalized, attentive service to both new and regular guests. Dedicated, professional, and team-oriented, with the drive to grow into leadership roles in top restaurants, bars, and lounges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Server
Lettuce Entertain You
09.2024 - Current
- Crafted and served a diverse range of cocktails and beverages to enhance customer experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in training new staff on drink preparation techniques and customer service standards.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining high satisfaction levels during busy service periods.
Head Bartender
Cadle and Cycle Golf Club
03.2024 - Current
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Cultivated strong relationships with regular patrons, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
Server
Meli Cafe
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Memorized menu additions, changes and limited offerings
- Kept food service and preparation areas clean and neat
- Delivered food and beverages promptly to customers
- Restocked stations and completed side work on time
- Satisfied customers with fast, friendly food service.
Bartender Shift Manager
Beachclub
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Checked identification before serving alcohol to comply with state and federal laws
- Organized schedules and delegated assignments based on employee knowledge and strengths
- Motivated employees using strategic leadership style
- Staffed bar with appropriate coverage for slow, busy and special event shifts.
Bartender
India House Restaurant
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Engaged guests with friendly conversation to build bar loyalty and encourage repeat business
- Set up and maintained appropriate stock levels for bar
- Served bottled or draft beer to customers and advised on different flavors
- Increased bar's profile by developing signature cocktails.
Server
Bombay Chopstick
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Delivered food and beverages promptly to customers
- Demonstrated hospitality and customer service while greeting tables
- Assigned and arranged tables for large groups
- Followed safety, sanitization and food handling guidelines
- Trained new servers in company policies, guest service standards and best practices.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Bisiness Administration -
Computer Science Institute
02.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - International Relations - undefined
Univercity Marii-Curii Skladovskaya
06.2018
Skills
- Beverage Preparation
- Guest Engagement
- Safe Food Handling
- Order Management
- Team member support
- Food Running
- Upselling
- Excellent Communication
- Wine pairing
- Cocktail list development
- Mixology
Additional Information
• Experience working as a bartender at high-profile catering events and private venues, providing service to VIP guests.
• Completed introductory courses in wine knowledge, including wine tastings and food pairings.
• Attended a mixology class focused on cocktail preparation, flavor balance, and presentation.
• Skilled in delivering professional, guest-focused service in fast-paced hospitality environments.
Timeline
Bartender/Server
Lettuce Entertain You
09.2024 - Current
Head Bartender
Cadle and Cycle Golf Club
03.2024 - Current
Server
Meli Cafe
04.2022 - 06.2024
Bartender Shift Manager
Beachclub
12.2021 - 03.2022
Bartender
India House Restaurant
05.2019 - 11.2021
Server
Bombay Chopstick
02.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - International Relations - undefined
Univercity Marii-Curii Skladovskaya
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Bisiness Administration -
Computer Science Institute
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