By applying for this position, I am aiming to work in an environment that stimulates and challenges my abilities while still allowing to explore my professional skills and creativity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Operations Manager
PIZZA PARLOUR
01.2018 - 04.2024
Extended Gentile with a sister restaurant of a more casual dining experience
Collaborated with interior designer Zebulon Perron, Launching a unique New York style pizzeria & cocktail bar
Collaborated with chefs and kitchen staff to develop unique food pairings that enhanced the overall guest experience
Acquainted with marketing strategies, Graphic design, menu building and staffing
Efficiently managed both projects at the same time
Bar Manager
CAFE GENTILE WESTMOUNT
11.2016 - 04.2024
Incorporated previous bar knowledge to introduce classic Italian aperitivo complimenting a new Italian-American restaurant/cafe concept
Contributed to Layout design in building a full functioning bar
Introduced an authentic wine and spirit selection to a specific clientele
Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands
Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings
Bar Manager
El Chirinquito
05.2016 - 09.2016
Developed a new cocktail Bar concept on the beach targeting strategies to drive foot traffic and generate revenue
Attracted new clientele working with local businesses or organizations in the community
Build a season cocktail menu, introducing innovative recipes and techniques
Assistant Bar Manager
MAKA MAKA
01.2014 - 09.2015
Learned basic office/stock room duties
Supported organization of bar
Took involvement in schedule making
Learned how to work in a high-volume environment
Collaborated with the Bar Manager in setting sales targets, budgeting, forecasting, and expense control measures
Ensured smooth operations during peak hours with effective staff scheduling and delegation of tasks
Mixologist
ARMANI HOTEL
01.2012 - 01.2014
Improved basic knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails gaining experience in the craftsmanship of spirits and cocktails
Gained familiarity of work ethic in fine dining And multicultural clientele
Provided exceptional customer service by engaging patrons in conversation while preparing their drinks efficiently and accurately
Established a loyal customer base by consistently providing exceptional service and memorable experiences, leading to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
ECORNELL UNIVERSITY
01.2022
Diploma - Bartending/mixology
Planet One Bartending School
06.2012
Istituto Alberghiero I.p.s.s.e.o.a
06.2008
Skills
Bar Management
Menu Development
Responsible Alcohol Service
Staff Training
Inventory Management
Customer Relation skill
Scheduling Coordination
Recruitment and hiring
Hobbies
Bouldering
Yoga
Cycling
Travel
Accomplishments
Transformed an ice cream kiosk into a vibrating summer cocktail bar on the beach 'El Chirinquito' that still successfully functioning to this day.
By travelling through various countries, I have achieved fluency in 3 languages.
Collaborated with a team of 4, including Canadian award winning architectural design firm 'Atelier Zébulon Perron' in the development and launch of Gentile Pizza Parlour.
Timeline
Bar Operations Manager
PIZZA PARLOUR
01.2018 - 04.2024
Bar Manager
CAFE GENTILE WESTMOUNT
11.2016 - 04.2024
Bar Manager
El Chirinquito
05.2016 - 09.2016
Assistant Bar Manager
MAKA MAKA
01.2014 - 09.2015
Mixologist
ARMANI HOTEL
01.2012 - 01.2014
Diploma - Hospitality Management
ECORNELL UNIVERSITY
Diploma - Bartending/mixology
Planet One Bartending School
Istituto Alberghiero I.p.s.s.e.o.a
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