Michael Pazmino

Result driven hospitality professional with 20+ years in the service industry.

Bartender - Land and Lake Kitchen - Chicago, IL

(2025-09 - 2026-04)

• Construct in-house drink recipes
• Batch fast moving cocktails

Bartender - Uptown Lounge - Chicago, IL

(2015-08 - 2025-09)

• Executed comprehensive venue operations including scheduling, inventory and financial reporting for high-volume entertainment venue.
• Consistently achieve top sales performance through customer service and engagement.
• Perform opening and closing duties according to established procedures, print sales reports, set up for incoming shifts, prepare cash drawers and ensuring preparedness for each shift.
• Train and mentor staff.

Bartender - Smith and Wollensky Chicago - Chicago, IL

(2013-03 - 2015-08)

• Implement standardized operational protocols ensuring consistent service.
• Increase customer satisfaction and retention through relationship building.

Bartender - Beaumont Bar and Grill - Chicago, IL

(2010-06 - 2013-03)

Bartender high-volume venue.

Bartender - Multiple Venues - Chicago, IL

Additional bartending experience at various establishments.

• Berlin nightclub
• Ontourage nightclub
• Crowbar nightclub
• Drink & Ink
• Weather Mark tavern
• O'Brien's restaurant and bar