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KeAwntre Cleveland

@keawntrecleveland

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I’m a lead bartender and bar manager with 11+ years, delivering high-volume mixology and guest satisfaction.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a fast-paced hospitality role where I can lead, sell, and craft top-tier cocktails—especially for high-volume venues and events—while keeping guests satisfied, teams organized, and service running smoothly.

I’m a proactive, reliable, and energetic lead bartender with 11+ years of experience delivering excellent customer service and a compelling guest experience. I bartend across high-volume restaurants, hotels, fine dining, private events, concerts, and entertainment—keeping service fast, accurate, and fun.

In live entertainment settings, I set the pace: I make cocktails and mix drinks at speed and consistently rank as one of the top sellers at every concert or event. I’ve provided service for major worldwide acts and companies through venues like Music Hall and Bayou Music Center, supporting guests with a safe and enjoyable atmosphere while they dance and sing.

I also lead teams and drive performance. From being promoted quickly to Team Lead and Trainer, to operating POS stations, managing cash handling and shift responsibilities, and winning 2024 Bartender of the Year among Alife Hospitality Group, I focus on organization, communication, and guest relations to keep teams firing and sales strong.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Lead Bartender/Bar Manager

Current

Privilege Rooftop & Lounge

Oct 2025 - Present (8 months)

Lead bartender/manager focused on delivering a safe, enjoyable guest experience and producing cocktails quickly during high-energy events. Recognized as a top seller at events worked.

Lead Bartending Mixology Guest Relations Customer Service Bar Operations Team Leadership Cocktail Preparation

Bartender

Lolo's Chicken & Waffles

Jan 2026 - Apr 2026 (3 months)

Provided bartender services for guests, preparing and serving drinks during shifts from January 2026 to April 2026.

Bartending Customer Service Cash Handling Hospitality Guest Relations Speed Of Service Cocktail Mix Drink Service Attention To Detail

Bartender

DLS Events

Oct 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 2 months)

Bartended for concert and special events connected with Live Nation, supporting major venues with ~5,000-person capacity. Delivered safe, enjoyable guest experiences and was among the top sellers at events; served artists including Gunna, T-Pain, Becky G, and other worldwide acts.

Event Bartending Mixology High Volume Bar Service Fast Cocktail Production Customer Service Upselling Team Coordination Hospitality Operations

Lead Bartender/Manager

Prospect Park

Jun 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Served as lead bartender/manager for a high-profile Houston location, handling cocktails, bottle service, service well operations, food orders, and general bar duties. Led as a team leader among 50+ staff members, served celebrities including Shaquille O’Neal and Latto, and was awarded 2024 Bartender of the Year (Alife Hospitality Group).

Lead Bartending Cocktail Preparation Bottle Service Team Leadership Guest Relations Cash Handling Cleanliness Ops Management

Team Lead Bartender and Trainer

Andretti's Indoor Karting & Games

Jun 2020 - Feb 2024 (3 years 8 months)

Team lead bartender and trainer at a high-volume entertainment center, delivering customer service while operating POS, handling cash, managing food handling, upselling, and maintaining a clean work area. Promoted to team lead within the first month, ranked top seller every month, supported store openings in Houston, Dallas, and Orlando, and provided private-event service for brands and celebritie

Team Leadership Bartending POS systems Cash Handling Upselling Training & Coaching High Volume Management