Dara Gleeson
Dublin
Summary
Dedicated and skilled bartender with over two years of experience in high-paced bar environments. Adept at crafting cocktails, changing kegs, and delivering exceptional customer service. Passionate about mixology and creating a welcoming atmosphere for patrons. Seeking a bartender role in a dynamic hospitality setting where I can leverage my expertise to enhance guest experience and contribute to a thriving team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Leopardstown Inn, Loyola Group
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Barista
Fable & Stey
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
Waiter
The Vintage Inn
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Technological University Dublin
Dublin, County Dublin05-2026
Leaving certificate - undefined
Oatlands College
Dublin, County Dublin06.2022
Skills
- Hospitality
- Health codes compliance
- Point of sale systems
- Maintaining a clean bar
- Customer service
- Bartending
- Bar restocking
- Mixology
- Team training and development
Certification
- Illinois BASSET Training since 03/23/25
- Full Clean Irish Driving License valid until 11/30/31
Timeline
Bartender
The Leopardstown Inn, Loyola Group
09.2022 - 01.2025
Barista
Fable & Stey
09.2019 - 12.2019
Waiter
The Vintage Inn
01.2019 - 12.2019
Leaving certificate - undefined
Oatlands College
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Technological University Dublin
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