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RAUL SOTO BURGOS

Yabucoa PR

Summary

Well-rounded Bartender committed to providing guests with genuine hospitality and delivering exceptional services. Talented and skilled multitasker. Prepared to handle high-volume pace situations.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Chinchos Pizza and Beer
Palmas Del Mar Humacao, Puerto Rico
07.2025 - 11.2025
  • Crafted unique cocktails and beverages tailored to customer preferences.
  • Managed bar inventory, ensuring timely restocking and minimizing waste.
  • Trained and mentored new bartenders on techniques and service standards.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in bar operations.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Enhanced customer experience with engaging conversations and personalized drink recommendations.

Bartender

La Finca Restaurant
Daguao Naguabo. Puerto Rico
02.2023 - 07.2025
  • Crafted signature cocktails based on customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
  • Managed bar inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and reducing waste.
  • Trained new staff on bartending techniques and customer service standards.
  • Developed efficient workflow processes to enhance service speed during peak hours.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Bartender

CONGA BISTRO
Minneapolis, MN
12.2000 - 11.2019
  • Talked easily with patrons to build rapport and earn repeat business.
  • Reduced inventory losses and moved older products by creating new drink menu items.
  • Managed high volume of shift customers and simultaneously assisted restaurant servers with diverse needs.

Bar Manager

BABALU RESTAURANT
Minneapolis, MN
02.2005 - 12.2008
  • Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
  • Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.
  • Increased profits by overseeing inventory and strategically increasing menu prices.
  • Maximized revenue by creating house-made infusions, juice and other preparations.
  • Strengthened financial controls to prevent theft and lost funds.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Minnesota
Twin Cities Campus

Skills

Alcohol Ordering

Outstanding Customer Service

Anticipating Guest Needs

Monitoring Alcohol Consumption

Teamwork and Professionalism

Multilingual

Service-Oriented Mindset

Multitasking and Prioritization

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Bartender

Chinchos Pizza and Beer
07.2025 - 11.2025

Bartender

La Finca Restaurant
02.2023 - 07.2025

Bar Manager

BABALU RESTAURANT
02.2005 - 12.2008

Bartender

CONGA BISTRO
12.2000 - 11.2019

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Minnesota
RAUL SOTO BURGOS