Hospitality Professional and Bartender | Fine Dining, Leadership, and High-Volume Experience | Dedicated to Elevated Service Standards and Beverage Craftsmanship
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Seasoned bartender and hospitality professional with 9+ years of experience spanning fine dining, high-volume service, and leadership positions. Recognized for combining strong beverage knowledge with cocktail creativity, elevated service standards, and personalized guest engagement to create memorable experiences. Passionate about cocktail development, seasonal ingredients, and continuously advancing knowledge of spirits, wine, and beverage techniques.
Thrives in fast-paced environments while maintaining organization, professionalism, and a collaborative team-oriented approach that supports both guest satisfaction and operational success.
209 16th ST NE APT 5 | Washington, DC 20002 | (202) 924-7433 | WrightLuria@gmail.com
Lead Bartender | February 2025 – August 2025
Fostered a guest-focused environment by maintaining elevated service standards and creating memorable experiences that encouraged repeat business and guest loyalty.
Trained and supervised bartenders to maintain consistency in service standards, beverage quality, and guest satisfaction.
Managed liquor inventory using xtraCHEF, including tracking stock levels, maintaining accurate records, and supporting inventory control processes.
Organized and maintained liquor storage areas to ensure operational efficiency, product accessibility, and compliance with company standards.
Coordinated with management and culinary teams to ensure timely ordering, sourcing, and preparation of ingredients required for new cocktail development and menu launches.
CAFE MILANO Bartender | July 2023 - September 2024
Gravitated towards bar requisitions before and after shifts, ensuring accurate inventory replenishment and maintaining organized systems for efficient retrieval and stocking of supplies.
Consistently prioritized guest satisfaction through strong hospitality, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceeding service expectations.
Supported the bar program through precise preparation and execution of classic and specialty cocktail recipes while adhering to beverage standards and responsible alcohol service practices.
Strategically organized and prepared bar stations based on operational priorities, enabling efficient setup, seamless service flow, and timely guest engagement.
Continuously expanded knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, and beverage trends to provide informed recommendations and support team development.
MICHELE’S Bartender | December 2021 - August 2022
Prioritized guest satisfaction and exceeded expectations, by upholding the integrity of being hospitable and providing an enriching experience with genuine parallels of comfort.
Orchestrated service professionally with knowledge inherited and researched independently which invited guests to indulge in an authentic culinary experience with enthusiasm.
Exhibited passion with interest in making new cocktails for the upcoming seasons, along with the importance of consistency with preparation in a clean and sanitized work space.
Encouraged a teamwork environment, aiding in a smooth restaurant flow, where communication maximized operating procedures under each circumstance.
ST ANSELM DC Server | April 2021 - February 2022
Shared unique information about the different components of the restaurant to encourage confidence and a fulfilling dining experience.
Continuously practiced time management and the capability of delegating tasks to afford a quality first/ongoing impression.
Replenish needed items for a fully functional server station to maximum efficiency due to frequent high-volume demands.
Upheld requirements for food and safety regulations by ensuring cleanliness and sanitation practices as a consistent group effort, throughout each shift.
Practiced thorough opening/closing procedures in order to guarantee productivity, develop a good rapport with teammates and display pride in the workspace.
RPM ITALIAN DC Bartender | October 2018 - November 2019
Developed a personal database for regular guests including preferences, allergies/dietary restrictions, and special dates.
Composed an unyielding positive attitude with normal to unexpected situations daily.
Engaged in the flow of the restaurant by being productive on my pathway to and from different areas of the restaurant.
Increased net sales by creating opportunities such as, introducing different body styles of Amari; by introducing our best rye whiskey to connoisseurs and embracing guests with first time experiences.
THE SHEPHERD & MORRIS AMERICAN BAR Bartender | October 2017 - September 2018
Created new cocktails for upcoming seasons, holidays, and restaurant week themes.
Willingly went above and beyond to create a guest first environment, to minimize mistakes, and to maximize efficiency.
Successfully met timeframes of service drink tickets while anticipating the needs of bar guests.
Embraced the emphasis on building cocktails uniformly with identical measurements, as well as the exuberance of learning an extensive list of cocktails (classic and modern), and learning about flavor profiles.
CASA LUCA Bartender | July 2017 - December 2017
Increased beverage sales and elevated average guest spending through curated recommendations, strategic upselling, and personalized hospitality experiences.
Consistently upheld the high-performance service standards associated with a Michelin-star dining environment, contributing to guest satisfaction and brand reputation.
Executed portable bar operations for rooftop and private events, ensuring refined presentation, seamless service execution, and an elevated guest experience consistent with luxury hospitality standards.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage pairings to enhance guest experiences and support menu recommendations.
CENTRAL MICHELE RICHARD Bartender | August 2016 - July 2017
Volunteered to organize bar and service stations along with providing tools to maximize overall restaurant efficiency.
Focused on each step of service which built towards enhancing the dining experience with expanding my knowledge, table maintenance, and replenishment.
Communicated detailed information in reference to allergies, short lunch breaks, and other specifics which resulted in recurring guests.
Elevated slower paced service with efforts such as introducing new items to offer in flights, pairings and solo introductions.
THE SOURCE BY WOLFGANG PUCK Bartender | January 2015 – May 2016
Energetically focused on proper table touches with the initiative of being aware of the guests needs prior or during the greet.
Continually practiced the study of our culinary fundamentals to guarantee a strong sense of food knowledge for inquisitive guests and allergies.
Initiated the success of teammates following shifts by replenishing everything that will be needed for the next shift.
Woodrow Wilson Senior High School
2005-2009
District of Columbia, Washington, DC
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– Woodrow Wilson Senior High School (2005 - 2009)
