Benjamin Beverly
Louisville
Summary
Technique-driven craft cocktail bartender with extensive experience in high-volume and fine-dining environments. Demonstrates strong leadership in bar operations while ensuring exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high hospitality standards. Committed to beverage education and efficient service execution, contributing to organized and service-focused bar programs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
The Kitchen Table
Clermont
03.2026 - Current
- Provide elevated beverage service in a guest-focused dining environment.
- Prepare classic and seasonal cocktails while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Support efficient bar operations during high-volume service periods.
Bartender
Kaiju
Louisville
02.2026 - Current
- Deliver craft cocktail service in a fast-paced, high-volume bar setting.
- Manage guest interactions while maintaining speed, accuracy, and hospitality standards.
- Assist with bar preparation, organization, and inventory maintenance.
Bartender
Esmé
Chicago
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Executed beverage service in a Michelin-starred fine dining environment.
- Collaborated closely with front-of-house and culinary teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
- Maintained exacting standards for cocktail execution, presentation, and service.
Lead Bartender
Buttercup
Chicago
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Led bar operations and supervised service staff during daily operations.
- Assisted with training, workflow organization, and maintaining service standards.
- Managed inventory, ordering, and bar preparation systems.
Bartender
MoonDog
Louisville
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Crafted classic and contemporary cocktails in a high-volume environment.
- Maintained strong guest relationships through attentive and knowledgeable service.
- Contributed to efficient service execution and bar organization.
Bartender
Epiphany
Louisville
05.2023 - 07.2025
- Provided craft cocktail service while maintaining high hospitality standards.
- Assisted with prep, batching, inventory management, and daily bar operations.
- Demonstrated strong product knowledge across spirits, beer, and wine.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seneca High School
Louisville, KY06-2018
Skills
- Classic & Contemporary Cocktails
- High-Volume Craft Service
- Fine Dining Service
- Prep & Batching
- Inventory Management & Cost Control
- POS Systems & Cash Handling
- Team Leadership & Training
- Beer, Wine & Spirits Knowledge
- Bar Organization & Mise en Place
- Guest Experience & Hospitality
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe Allergens Certification
- BASSET Certification
Industry Involvement
- Camp Runamok, Camper, 2024, Counselor, 2025
- Dirtbags, Contributor to a New American pop-up concept focused on elevating lowbrow ingredients through creative culinary and beverage programming.
Timeline
Bartender
The Kitchen Table
03.2026 - Current
Bartender
Kaiju
02.2026 - Current
Bartender
Esmé
11.2025 - 02.2026
Lead Bartender
Buttercup
08.2025 - 12.2025
Bartender
MoonDog
11.2024 - 07.2025
Bartender
Epiphany
05.2023 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Seneca High School