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Daniel Ben David

Vancouver,BC

Summary

15 + years experience in the food and service industry with a love for food and cooking. Value loyalty, kindness, having a strong work ethic and leading by example. Thrive and adapt well working with others, in a busy, high-end, fast-paced environment. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and sales at Baton Rouge Restaurant and various events in New York CIty and Hampton's. As a personal trainer for more than a decade, exhibit a strong ability to connect with customer, drive positive outcomes making the customers experience a great one.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Published Author

Self-Publishing Amazon
02.2024 - Current
  • Took 3 years on finishing 75,000 word manuscript, including working with professional editor and narrator for audio-book.
  • Currently working with social media consultant on building brand.

Bartender

Glo Night Club After Hours
06.2022 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Personal Trainer

Fitness World
08.2013 - Current

Cultivating Personal Relationships

  • Tracked client progress with regular assessments, adjusting programs as needed to ensure continued improvement over time.
  • Enhanced client motivation through consistent encouragement and support during each session.

Bar Waiter

Baton Rouge Restaurant
06.2009 - 06.2013
  • Performed opening and closing duties efficiently, ensuring the bar was ready for operation each day or safely secured after closing time.
  • Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in bar environment.

Bar Waiter

Various Catering Companies
01.2004 - 06.2009
  • Collaborated with bartenders to prepare and serve high-quality cocktails and mixed drinks.
  • Assisted with bartending duties during high-volume shifts.

Wait Staff Member

Baton Rouge Restaurant
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Journalism - New Media

Concordia University
Montreal, QC

Associate of Arts - Theatre Arts

William Esper Acting Conservatory
New York City
10.2008

Skills

  • Value patience, kindness and being self-aware
  • Purpose driven and strong work ethic
  • Strong people skills and very sociable
  • Purpose driven and strong work ethic
  • Skills in upselling include wines and food pairing
  • Knowledge of Spirits, Martinis and Wines
  • Thrive in busy, fast-paced environment
  • Quick learner and sharp memory
  • Fine Dining Service
  • French Service

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Published Author

Self-Publishing Amazon
02.2024 - Current

Bartender

Glo Night Club After Hours
06.2022 - Current

Personal Trainer

Fitness World
08.2013 - Current

Bar Waiter

Baton Rouge Restaurant
06.2009 - 06.2013

Bar Waiter

Various Catering Companies
01.2004 - 06.2009

Wait Staff Member

Baton Rouge Restaurant
01.2000 - 01.2004

Some College (No Degree) - Journalism - New Media

Concordia University

Associate of Arts - Theatre Arts

William Esper Acting Conservatory
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