Open To Work
Harjit Singh
The Dorian Autograph Collection
CALGARY,AB
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Job Search Status:
Open to work
Work Type
Full TimePart Time
Location Preference
On-Site
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Banquet Manager with 10+ years of hospitality experience delivering exceptional events and leading high-performing teams. Known for staying calm under pressure, solving problems quickly, and creating memorable guest experiences. Hands-on leader focused on service, teamwork, and results
Work History
Banquet Manager
1 Year 1 Month- Oversaw banquet operations, ensuring seamless execution of events and guest satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency.
- Developed event layouts and coordinated logistics for large-scale gatherings.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize cost-effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during all banquet operations.
- Enhanced banquet operations by streamlining communication between kitchen and service staff.
- Developed event schedules aligned with requirements to optimize labor cost management. Oversaw payroll operations for event personnel to ensure timely payments. Managed liquor inventory orders to support successful event execution.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
2 Years 1 Month- Resolved conflicts between staff members professionally, while encouraging team-building skills among employees.
- Investigated customer complaints promptly and took corrective action as needed.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
- Developed and implemented inventory control systems to reduce food and beverage costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed staff scheduling by budget constraints and labor laws.
- Monitored dining room activity to ensure promptness of service, cleanliness of tables, and overall guest satisfaction levels.
- Ordered supplies from vendors regularly according to established guidelines.
- Trained new hires in proper food and beverage handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Conducted daily staff meetings to discuss work performance, customer service, and operational concerns.
- Consistently maintained high cleanliness levels, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Coordinated banquet staff to ensure efficient guest services.
- Collaborated with the catering sales team to plan events that exceeded clients' expectations.
- Reviewed banquet orders and communicated changes with kitchen staff.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and payroll information.
Bartender
7 Months- Company Overview: WestJet Elevation Lounge - YYC Airport
- WestJet Elevation Lounge - YYC Airport
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally.
- Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or dangerous chemicals.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Performed opening and closing duties, including restocking supplies.
Bartender
4 Years 4 Months- Company Overview: Miami, FL
- Verified identification of customers to confirm meeting legal age requirements for consumption of alcohol.
- Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
- Stocked bar with beer, wine, liquor and related supplies.
- Multitasked to meet customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
- Prepared over 200 mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages for average of 100 patrons per shift.
- Designed and implemented new cocktails to drive customer interest and sales.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest in mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Managed bar area, including cocktail design and menu, inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Restocked beer and liquor on regular schedule and after special events to prepare for forecasted needs.
- Optimized bar inventory and storage to effectively meet expected business targets with adequate stock.
- Miami, FL
Barista
2 Years 3 Months- Company Overview: Miami, FL
- Maintained highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
- Managed inventory by establishing and adjusting ordering parameters, accurate forecasting and monitoring waste.
- Redesigned coffee menu for improved readability.
- Educated customers on beverage menu items and provided samples of daily brews.
- Monitored cafe for seating availability, safety and wellbeing of guests.
- Greeted guests with pleasant smile and superior customer service.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Protected customers by regularly cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment.
- Miami, FL
Mixologist
1 Year 7 Months- Company Overview: Maharashtra, Mumbai
- Ordered and maintained inventory of bar products, including alcohol, soft drinks and supplies to drive high volume of sales.
- Planned and updated menus to capitalize on changing trends in customer preferences.
- Managed bar area, including cocktail design and menu, inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest in mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
- Optimized bar inventory and storage to effectively meet expected business levels with adequate stock of alcohol, soft drinks and other supplies.
- Worked with management to plan and implement special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
- Multitasked to meet customer, business operations and server needs with minimal errors or delays.
- Maharashtra, Mumbai
Education
WSET Level 1 and 2 Award - Wines
Bartending Certification Course
Professional Bartending Course
Diploma - Food & Beverage Service
Skills
Extensive knowledge in all spirits
Creative in cocktail menu development
Customer service orientated
Knowledge of basic accounting
Proficient in mixology
Skilled in suggestive selling
Staff training
Scheduling management
Bar management
Banquet operations
Inventory management
Certification
- Pro-Serve Liquor Staff Training 07/30/2026
- STCW Training, 2019
Timeline
Banquet Manager
The Dorian Autograph Collection
07.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Food and Beverage Supervisor
CONCORD HOSPIALITY ENTERPRISES
06.2023 - 07.2025Read More
Bartender
Compass group
12.2022 - 07.2023Read More
Bartender
Royal Caribbean International
08.2017 - 12.2021Read More
Barista
Royal Caribbean International
12.2014 - 03.2017Read More
Mixologist
Spirits Equation
06.2009 - 01.2011Read More
Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
Diploma from Food & Beverage Service
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Cocktails and Dreams School of Bar and Beverage Management
Professional Bartending Course
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Metropolitan School of Bartending
Bartending Certification Course
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Fine Vintage
WSET Level 1 and 2 Award from Wines
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