Isabel Diaz

I am a 1+ year bartender with 6+ month bar lead experience. My regulars would describe me as bubbly, attentive, and committed to their drink preferences. My manager would describe me as attentive, communicative, detail-oriented, flexible, and taking initiative.

I love the art of craft cocktails and use my degree in advertising to elevate the bars I work at through memorable customer experiences and goal of creating consistent regulars whose stellar experience never waivers. I look forward to bringing my passion and positive attitude to your establishment.

Bar Lead at Kismet Modern Indian Cuisine (2026-04 – Present)

• Manage all aspects of bar operations, bartending in an upscale dining setting, coordinating with management to ensure positive guest experience and VA ABC compliance
• Mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks while maintaining high standards for presentation and crafting signature cocktail recipes
• Deliver exceptional guest service, upselling specialty drinks and menu items, building positive relationships with customers to generate repeat business
• Track stock levels for liquor, beer, and bar supplies, and assist with ordering or restock coordination
• Preparing and documenting recipes for speciality liquor and syrup infusions

Bartender at Ember Music Hall (2025-10 – 2026-04)

• Manage all aspects of bar operations, serving up to 400 patrons nightly in a high-volume nightclub setting, coordinating with security to ensure guest safety and VA ABC compliance
• Provide efficient cleanliness and service during high-volume events
• Deliver exceptional guest service, upselling specialty drinks and menu items, building positive relationships with customers to generate repeat business

Banquet Server & Bartender at Country Club of Virginia (2025-03 – 2025-10)

• Support event setup and breakdown, including table arrangements and buffet maintenance according to banquet specifications
• Provide efficient cleanliness, food, beverage, and tray service during high-volume events
• Deliver exceptional guest service, promptly addressing inquiries and concerns to ensure a positive experience
• Bartend and barback during events, serving drinks and engaging guests with professionalism and speed

Sport Clubs Supervisor at RecWell at VCU (2022-11 – 2025-05)

• Supervised sport club practices and games to ensure risk management compliance
• Created a safe and comfortable environment for participating students by receiving CPR/AED certifications quarterly
• Maintain paperwork from teams to organize rosters, travel arrangements, and keep financial records for teams
• Create and promote a positive and professional relationship between VCU Sport Club teams, visiting teams, coaches, and university administration

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications, Concentration in Creative Advertising – Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) (2025-05)