Maria Barcena

Most importantly is the customer and keep them Happy!! High-volume bartender with experience in full-service dining, operating as a server and bartender. Skilled in having a full bar and making them Happy, also in taking complete food and beverage orders, guiding guest choices, and delivering a seamless service.

Known for building loyal guest relationships, increasing check averages, Experience in super busy bars taking drink orders, keeping tabs, handling cash, immediate form of payment, if non-Gaming, Comping guidelines ESTABLISHMENT GUIDELINES and executing cocktails with precision Following house recipes and standards.

Bartender - The Wynn/Encore Las Vegas - Las Vegas, NV

(2024-10)

Operate as a full-service bartender across multiple casino bars (Baccarat Bar, Overlook, Charlie's, Allegro, Aft Ba Front).

• Operate as a full-service bartender, managing food and beverage orders from start to finish
• Build strong guest rapport, driving repeat business and increased spending
• Guide menu selections and upsell food and cocktails to enhance the experience
• Maintain accuracy in POS entry, modifications, and timing of orders
• Prepare cocktails with strict adherence to house recipes and outlet-specific standards
• Execute consistent drink builds across multiple bar programs and specialty menus

Bartender - Sunset Station • Gaudi Center Bar - Las Vegas, NV

(2026-05)

My manager would tell me my job is to make customers HAPPY!! So I did, I would greet every customer sitting or passing through, I would have conversation with all Bar-Patrons, I listened. My Goal was to make them comfortable with me, so they feel more relaxed, happier, good energy, that would make them feel good, so they Increase Gamble Amount, That WIN-MORE. Really fun and exciting Bar with 21 Slots Machines around Circle Bar.

• COMP specialty cocktails, Wine
• Non-Gaming, I would collect Payment immediately
• FOLLOWING COMP PROCEDURES
• I WOULD GET TO PAY OUT BIG WINS

Bartender - SushiSamba – The Venetian - Las Vegas, NV

(2016 - 2019)

• Delivered full-service dining experience with food and beverage ordering responsibility
• Upsold menu pairings and managed timing, special requests, and guest satisfaction
• Maintained cocktail quality and presentation in a high-energy environment

Bartender - Spearmint Rhino - Las Vegas, NV

(2017 - 2019)

• Maintained speed and accuracy, high-volume bar-setting
• Delivered engaging service that supported guest retention and repeat visits

Bartender - Sugarcane – The Palazzo at The Venetian - Las Vegas, NV

(2018 - 2020)

• Provided full-service support including taking and managing food orders
• Built relationships with guests, contributing to consistent return clientele
• Balanced efficiency and accuracy in a fast-paced resort environment

Bartender - Tableau • Wynn - Encore - Las Vegas - Las Vegas, NV

• Delivered full-service dining and bar experience, including food ordering
• Demonstrated strong menu knowledge and attention to detail with modifications
• Maintained accurate POS entry and communication with kitchen staff