Ruben Sanchez

Hospitality professional with experience in New York City's restaurant and bar industry. Skilled in bartending and food service within high-volume and fast-paced environments.

BARTENDER at OTIS RESTAURANT (2024-02 – Present)

• Provide full bar service including cocktails, wine, beer, and bar food service.
• Take and manage food orders at the bar, ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
• Maintain bar cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards.
• Deliver high-quality guest service in a fast-paced environment.

BARTENDER at SCHILLING RESTAURANT (2022-04 – 2023-04)

• Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in a high-volume bar.
• Provided bar food service coordinated with kitchen staff.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar station.
• Assisted with inventory control and restocking.

BARTENDER at VILLA CEMITA RESTAURANT (2019-08 – 2020-03)

• Served cocktails, beer, and wine in a busy bar environment.
• Provided food service directly at the bar.
• Maintained clean and organized bar area.
• Assisted with closing and opening bar duties.

BARTENDER at BAR FREUD (2015-02 – 2019-03)

• Crafted cocktails and served beverages in a high-volume bar.
• Provided bar food service alongside drink preparation.
• Built strong relationships with regular customers.
• Maintained bar inventory and restocked supplies.
• Ensured cleanliness and operational readiness of bar.

BARTENDER at EDI AND THE WOLF (2017-07 – 2019-03)

• Delivered full bar service including cocktails and bar food orders.
• Maintained fast and efficient service during busy shifts.
• Assisted with bar setup and closing duties.
• Supported overall front-of-house operations.

BARBACK at THE THIRD MAN (2013-02 – 2015-01)

• Assisted bartenders with preparation and service operations.
• Restocked liquor, beer, glassware, and supplies.
• Maintained cleanliness of bar area and equipment.
• Prepared garnishes and basic bar setup tasks.
• Helped with closing and cleaning procedures.

BUSSER / FOOD RUNNER at EDI AND THE WOLF (2011-02 – 2013-01)

• Delivered food orders accurately and efficiently.
• Assisted servers with table service and guest needs.
• Maintained cleanliness and table setup standards.
• Supported restaurant operations during busy service hours.
• Communicated with kitchen and service staff.
• Ensured timely table turnover.

Bachelor's Degree in Middle School Education – School Normal Superior "Mixteca Baja"