PAL DESAI
Bartender
Regina,SK
Summary
Goal-driven restaurant management professional with a solid background in both front- and back-of-house positions. Specializing in bar operations, team leadership, and responsible alcohol service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bar Supervisor
Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar
Regina, Saskatchewan
09.2024 - Current
- Train new staff up to the franchise standards.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to fulfill guest need.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
- Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar
Regina, Saskatchewan
01.2021 - 09.2024
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
B.O.H. Supervisor
Chuck's Roadhouse Bar & Grill
Guelph, Ontario
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Keep track of the waste happened throughout the service.
- Make sure sanitary procedures are being followed at all times.
- Supervise all the cooks working on line to meet the expectations of head chef.
- Co-ordinate with the other kitchen staff.
- Maintain bill times as well as quality of the food at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jayvantrai Harari Desai Polytechnic
Surat09.2018
College Diploma - Mechanical Technician CNC
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON 05.2019 - 11.2020
CPL(A) - Aviation
Regina Flying Club
Regina 05.2001 -
Skills
Excellent communication skills
Multi-tasking abilities
Good organizational skills
Self-motivated
Excellent hospitality
Constructive & positive attitude
Ability to learn new things quickly
Health and safety compliance
Service coordination
Upselling strategies
Scheduling coordination
Timeline
Bar Supervisor
Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Original Joe's Restaurant & Bar
01.2021 - 09.2024
B.O.H. Supervisor
Chuck's Roadhouse Bar & Grill
08.2019 - 12.2020
College Diploma - Mechanical Technician CNC
Conestoga College
05.2019 - 11.2020
CPL(A) - Aviation
Regina Flying Club
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Jayvantrai Harari Desai Polytechnic