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Benjamin Pozar 
Tel: 413-559-1887 
1922 E Dauphin St. Philadelphia, PA 19125 

I pride myself as a knowledgeable bartender. I have worked in a variety of venues, from college bars to being on stage making my signature cocktails for judges in front of hundreds of guests. My favorite aspect of working in the industry has been educating customers and students about what they are drinking and the story behind how their drinks came to be. I’ve worked quite a bit with the Philadelphia USBG and have learned an extraordinary amount through their experts, seminars, events, and tastings. I’m actually working on a couple seminar ideas of my own. I hope I can be of service to you. 

Experience:
Freelance Bartender, 2012 - Present
  • Working as a bartender for events, making a variety of complex cocktails
  • Working with representatives to plan and promote events and features 
  • Designing signature cocktails for showcases, competitions, and menus 
  • Writing Articles, blog posts, and making videos in assorted online forums 
  • Accolades such as Chilled’s Featured Mixologist and Old Forester Best Old Fashioned 
Bartender
Red Brick Craft Distillery – Philadelphia 2017 – Present
  • Creating cocktail menus highlighting new craft spirits from the Philadelphia area
  • Guiding guests through spirits tastings 
  • Explaining the history and stories behind quality local products 
Royal Boucherie – Philadelphia 2019
  • Creating cocktails at volume for a discerning clientele
  • Memorizing an ever-changing French-inspired food menu 
  • Developing new cocktail recipes for our seasonal beverage program 
Gran Caffe L’Aquila – Philadelphia 2015 – 2019
  • Mixing numerous classic and craft cocktails featuring exotic amaro and gelatos
  • Pairing an extensive wine selection with an authentic Italian menu 
  • Managing liquor and wine inventory 
Paris Bistro and Jazz Café – Philadelphia 2014 - 2015
  • Created numerous craft cocktails using seasonal flavors and ingredients
  • Performed craft, quality techniques for in a high turnover restaurant environment 
Education:
  • Marist College - BS Digital Media & Fine Arts 2012

Other Qualifications:
  • BarSmarts Advanced Certification
  • CRT Certification
  • RAMP Certification
  • TIPS Certification
  • ServSafe Certification

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