Sam Tiso

Experienced bartender passionate about unique cocktails and ingredients, with a history in fast-paced, high-volume establishments located in several major US cities. I enjoy working in both casual and fine dining environments.

Bartender | La Bella Vita | Orleans, MA | summer 2022

• Quickly picked up menu and workflow to help the restaurant successfully manage a large influx of customers during a busy tourist season
• Introduced new items to the cocktail menu resulting in a twelve percent increase in cocktail sales
• Maintained a clean and organized bar through exceptionally busy service

• Managed a group of fifteen individuals resulting in positive client experiences and a highly efficient team
• Worked closely with clients to develop detailed plans for events that exceeded all needs and specifications
• Worked and negotiated with distributors resulting in coordination with top quality brands for minimal cost

• Maintained inventories for bar supplies and ingredients to ensure consistency and high quality
• Completed work autonomously with no supervision regularly
• Exceeded guest expectations while delivering top quality dining experiences

• Opened and closed facility independently maintaining high standards of order and cleanliness
• Handled all related paperwork and daily reports for shifts
• Developed and maintained relationships with guests, ensuring regular customers and driving new business

• Delivered fast service with complex cocktails in an extremely high volume establishment
• Worked closely with a team to ensure top quality experiences while maintaining consistent standards
• Helped to develop a craft cocktail menu that was widely popular with guests

BA Liberal Arts | Pace University | New York, NY | Graduated 2017