Don Young

Reliable and well-versed bartender with over seven years of professional experience spanning throughout New York. Seeking to become a dedicated and established asset to a team while improving personal knowledge and expertise.

BARTENDER, THE PENROSE 11/2018 – 09/2023

1590 2ND AVE NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10028

• Greeted bar patrons while providing suggestions and answering questions regarding food, beverage, service,

and venue events.

• Correctly set up bar within all opening and closing duties to include cleaning, stocking, checking and achieving par levels – prepared bulk recipes and allocated batches.
• Trained all newly hired bartenders and barbacks.
• Contributed and developed cocktail recipes for seasonal menu changes.
• Expanded regular clientele while furthering relationships with longtime patrons.
• Monitored deliveries to ensure correct quantity and condition of liquor, beer, wine alongside miscellaneous beverages and bar supplies.
• Observed bar guests to ensure satisfaction with food, beverage and service; promptly recognized and responded to any guests’ needs or requests.
• Maintained company safety and sanitation standards, complied with all local and state liquor laws.

BARTENDER, FRANKIE’S 570 08/2016 – 03/2018

570 HUDSON ST NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10014

• Consistently prepared high-quality craft cocktails for patrons according to house specifications.
• Collected and processed payments from guests using Point of Sale system, while ensuring proper identification.
• Conducted weekly inventory of all liquor, wine, and beer combined with daily bar maintenance.
• Complied with all food and beverage regulations in accordance with the Department of Health.
• Privately tended to bar events including full buyouts and promotional advertising.
• Provided proper wine and espresso bar service.
• Recommended nightly specials and beverage pairings to guests.
• Furthered proficiency in amaro-based cocktails, aperitifs, digestifs, and natural wine within a fine dining setting.