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Omar Al-Homsi

Bartender
Stockholm
Omar Al-Homsi

Summary

Dedicated and customer-focused Head Bartender with 8 years of proven expertise in managing successful events and bar operations. Adept at operating POS systems, overseeing inventory, and crafting exquisite cocktails. Known for meticulous event planning, coordinating staff, and offering guidance to ensure exceptional service delivery. Accomplished in large-scale casual dining environments, upholding top-tier customer service and food safety standards. Skilled mixologist with an extensive repertoire of memorized drink recipes

Overview

16
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
4
Certifications
3
Languages

Work History

Djurönäset Hotel & Conference
Stockholm

Head Bartender
10.2021 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, and taking inventory.
  • Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Training new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Tortuga Bar Gustavsberg
Stockholm

Bar Manager
07.2020 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • as a co-founder and bar manager for this bar I keep on tracking all needs to keep the service rolling as it should
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.

RnR Italian Diner, Gustavsberg
Stockholm

Bartender
03.2018 - 04.2021

Job overview

Serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

O'Learys Globen
Stockholm

Bartender
11.2019 - 02.2020

Job overview

Part time (extra job)

Batoul Gourmet Restaurant
Västerås

Barista
12.2016 - 11.2017

Job overview

  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.

Alakat PR
Istanbul

Executive Coordinator
01.2015 - 08.2015

Job overview

  • Supervised administrative staff and administered performance evaluations to encourage goal achievement.
  • Interacted diplomatically with clients, partners and vendors to support business development efforts
  • Screened incoming mail and responded to telephone and email inquiries.
  • Managed social media content calendar to uphold company image and foster public engagement.

SARL ZIEN HOUSE Import
Alger

Sales Officer
03.2014 - 09.2014

Job overview

  • Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
  • Enhanced sales operations through development of new sales strategies, cold calling techniques and customer follow-up
  • Responded to customer needs by answering questions and providing detailed information about our prouducts.

Semiramis Hotel
Damascus

Hotel Front Desk Receptionist
10.2010 - 02.2013

Job overview

  • Delivered above-and-beyond service to guests by making outside venue reservations and setting up tours.
  • Checked lobby, bathrooms, and common areas near front desk for cleanliness multiple times per shift.
  • Confirmed relevant guest information and payment methods to prevent fraud.
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Liaised with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address requests and complaints made by guests.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Collaborated with team members to handle guest requirements from check-in through check-out.
  • Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.
  • Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
  • Resolved service-related problems and documented actions in system.
  • Handled wake-up calls to determine guests receive prompt and reliable wake-up services.
  • Managed lost and found items to assist guests with retrieving belongings.
  • Responded to guest inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.

Coffee.com Restaurant
Damascus

Barista
04.2007 - 03.2009

Job overview

  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Serving non-alcoholic beverages

Education

European Bartender School
Barcelona, Spain

Diploma from Professional Bartender
07.2017 - 09.2017

European Bartender School
Barcelona, Spain

Diploma from Advance Mixologist Bartender
09.2017 - 09.2017

Drop Coffee
Stockholm, Sweden

Diploma from Barista
04.2017 - 04.2017

Damascus University
Damascus, Syria

Under Graduting from Law (Pre-Law)
09.2008 - 02.2012

Saade School
Damascus, Syria

High School Diploma
09.2007 - 06.2008

Skills

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Certification

Cardiopulmonary rescue 2023

Timeline

Cardiopulmonary rescue 2023

05-2023

Head Bartender

Djurönäset Hotel & Conference
10.2021 - 09.2023

Bar Manager

Tortuga Bar Gustavsberg
07.2020 - 08.2023

Bartender

O'Learys Globen
11.2019 - 02.2020

Bartender

RnR Italian Diner, Gustavsberg
03.2018 - 04.2021

European Bartender School

Diploma from Advance Mixologist Bartender
09.2017 - 09.2017

Licensed Professional Bartender

09-2017

Licensed Advanced Mixologist

09-2017

European Bartender School

Diploma from Professional Bartender
07.2017 - 09.2017

Drop Coffee

Diploma from Barista
04.2017 - 04.2017

Barista

Batoul Gourmet Restaurant
12.2016 - 11.2017

Executive Coordinator

Alakat PR
01.2015 - 08.2015

Sales Officer

SARL ZIEN HOUSE Import
03.2014 - 09.2014

Hotel Front Desk Receptionist

Semiramis Hotel
10.2010 - 02.2013

Damascus University

Under Graduting from Law (Pre-Law)
09.2008 - 02.2012

Saade School

High School Diploma
09.2007 - 06.2008

International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL)

08-2007

Barista

Coffee.com Restaurant
04.2007 - 03.2009
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