RON BASS
Charleston
Summary
Refined, guest-centric bartender with extensive experience across bartending, serving, barbacking, and support roles within service-driven, high-volume environments. Brings a modern upscale approach to hospitality; balancing technical execution, thoughtful presentation, and genuine guest connection. Highly detail-oriented, composed under pressure, and fluent in fine-dining fundamentals while remaining coachable and eager to master Legami's specific standards, menu, and service philosophy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Bartender / Server
Lamar's Sporting Club
Charleston
04.2024 - 12.2025
- Led bar operations in a modern upscale, members-club environment with a strong emphasis on refined service and consistency
- Executed classic and contemporary cocktails with precision, elevated presentation, and attention to detail
- Served guests on the floor at a fine-dining level, managing pacing, coursing, and guest experience from start to finish
- Acted as a leadership presence behind the bar, supporting training, standards, and service flow during peak periods
- Built long-term guest relationships through detail-oriented service
Bartender (Lead Volume Shifts)
Fat Harold's Beach Club
Myrtle Beach
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Delivered elevated guest experiences in a fast-paced, modern service environment while maintaining composure and precision
- Executed classic and specialty cocktails with speed, accuracy, and refined presentation
- Maintained a clean, organized, and efficient bar while managing multiple guest touchpoints
- Built rapport with regular and first-time guests, driving repeat business through polished hospitality and attentiveness
- Supported floor operations as needed, demonstrating strong situational awareness and teamwork
Kitchen Manager
The Hot Dog Works
Myrtle Beach
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Led daily kitchen operations with a focus on quality control, cleanliness, and food safety compliance
- Hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised kitchen staff
- Coordinated inventory ordering and prep to meet demand while minimizing waste
- Developed leadership, systems thinking, and operational discipline
Sales Associate
Myrtle Beach Chrysler Jeep
Myrtle Beach
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Built trust and rapport with clients through consultative selling and product knowledge
- Maintained long-term customer relationships and managed the full sales process
- Strengthened communication skills, professionalism, and guest psychology awareness
Server / Barback
Logan's Roadhouse
Myrtle Beach
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided attentive table service while supporting bartenders during peak periods
- Assisted with bar setup, restocking, and breakdown
- Developed foundational knowledge of service flow, guest needs, and teamwork
Busser / Food Runner
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Myrtle Beach
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Supported front-of-house operations by maintaining cleanliness and table readiness
- Ensured timely and accurate food delivery
- Gained early exposure to structured service standards and hospitality fundamentals
Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning / Construction Cleaning
- Worked independently and with project managers in residential and commercial settings
- Developed reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic
Education
Marketing Major - Marketing
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC)
05.2018
Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
01.2017
Skills
- Craft and classic cocktail execution
- Wine, spirits, and beer fundamentals
- Modern upscale and fine-dining service standards
- Intentional guest engagement
- Service pacing
- POS systems
- Cash handling
- Bar organization
- Cleanliness
- Standard operating procedures
- Team-oriented floor support
- Professional demeanor
- Attention to detail
Additional Highlights
- Consistently recognized for reliability, professionalism, and composure
- Strong desire to grow within a fine-dining environment and master restaurant-specific standards
- Athletic background with a team-first mindset
Timeline
Head Bartender / Server
Lamar's Sporting Club
04.2024 - 12.2025
Bartender (Lead Volume Shifts)
Fat Harold's Beach Club
01.2022 - 03.2024
Kitchen Manager
The Hot Dog Works
03.2020 - 02.2022
Sales Associate
Myrtle Beach Chrysler Jeep
09.2018 - 04.2019
Server / Barback
Logan's Roadhouse
12.2017 - 08.2018
Busser / Food Runner
Carrabba's Italian Grill
02.2016 - 11.2017
Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning / Construction Cleaning
Marketing Major - Marketing
Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC)
Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School