NAZIR AHMED
Toronto,ON
Summary
Hardworking Bartender with 25 years of experience in hospitality focusing in upscale fine dining establishments. Committed to upholding highest standards of customer service and safe food handling practices. Extensive knowledge in mixology, creating cocktails and experienced and setting up specialty cocktail events and nights. Proven management competencies, positive attitude and always ensuring the highest standards of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender, Server
Four Points by Sheraton
11.2023 - Current
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Casual Banquet Server/ Bartender
Hilton Hotel
09.2015 - Current
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.
- Set up banquet tables and chairs based on event requirements.
- Demonstrated exceptional teamwork by collaborating with fellow servers to maintain a smooth flow of service during large-scale events.
Bar Bartender (seasonal), Casual Banquet Server and Bartender
Sheraton Centre
07.2015 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Casual Server
Metro Convention Center
01.2013 - Current
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Banquet Bartender & Server
Fairmont Royal York
01.2012 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Concert Bartender, Victoria Restaurant Server, Banquet server
OMNI King Edward Hotel
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Server, Bartender and Host(Lobby Bar) Server and Bartender
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL
02.2002 - 05.2012
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Education
Smart Serve Certification -
Bartending school of Ontario
Toronto, ON01.2023
Ontario Food Handler Course -
Toronto, On
01.2023
WHMIS Certificate -
WHMIS Certificate
Banquet Server Training Certificate -
Banquet Server Training Certificate
Designated Trainer Certification -
Four Seasons Hotel
Toronto, ON01.2004
Skills
- Mixology
- Health, safety & sanitation practices
- Training & mentorship
- Responsible service of alcohol standards
- Customer service and relations
- Operating POS systems
- Organization and time management
- Wine and food pairing
- Team Leadership
- Strong multitasking
- Highly reliable
- Liquor, beer, and wine knowledge
References
Reference Available Upon Request
Timeline
Bartender, Server
Four Points by Sheraton
11.2023 - Current
Casual Banquet Server/ Bartender
Hilton Hotel
09.2015 - Current
Bar Bartender (seasonal), Casual Banquet Server and Bartender
Sheraton Centre
07.2015 - Current
Concert Bartender, Victoria Restaurant Server, Banquet server
OMNI King Edward Hotel
10.2013 - 06.2015
Casual Server
Metro Convention Center
01.2013 - Current
Banquet Bartender & Server
Fairmont Royal York
01.2012 - Current
Server, Bartender and Host(Lobby Bar) Server and Bartender
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL
02.2002 - 05.2012
Smart Serve Certification -
Bartending school of Ontario
Ontario Food Handler Course -
Toronto, On
WHMIS Certificate -
WHMIS Certificate
Banquet Server Training Certificate -
Banquet Server Training Certificate
Designated Trainer Certification -
Four Seasons Hotel
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