Rakshit Sharma
Waterloo,ON
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with over a year of bartending experience, demonstrating expertise in crafting cocktails, ensuring top-notch customer service, and managing bar inventory. Certified in (Smart Serve) and (Food Handling), I adhere to industry standards and prioritize safety in both beverage and food services. With 6+ months as a prep cook, I've mastered the art of food preparation, adhering to culinary guidelines, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. Adept at multitasking in high-pressure settings, I am committed to offering an exceptional dining experience for guests. Passionate about continuous learning, I'm eager to leverage my skills and certifications in new opportunities within the hospitality industry.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Event Bartender
Grand Embassy Convention Centre
Brampton, ON
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of bar area, including stocking and restocking supplies.
- Kept track of inventory levels and placed orders when necessary.
- Communicated clearly with other bartenders, servers, managers, security personnel. to ensure smooth operations during events.
- Engaged guests in conversation while mixing drinks to create a friendly atmosphere at the bar area.
- Monitored guest consumption of alcohol to prevent over-serving or underage drinking.
- Provided recommendations on drinks based on customer preferences.
- Greeted guests upon arrival to ensure they had a positive experience.
Prep Cook
Oretta
Toronto, ON
05.2023 - Current
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
Bar Supervisor
MK Hotel
Amritsar, Punjab, India
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to increase customer satisfaction.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback to ensure quality service delivery.
- Created weekly schedules for bar staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintained accurate records of beverage inventories, sales, and costs.
Education
Master of Global Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Waterloo, ONAdvance Certification - Mixology
Flair Mania Bartending Academy
Chandigarh, Punjab, India07.2022
Bsc in Hospitality Management - Tourism And Hotel Management
IHM Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra, Haryana, India07.2021
Graduate Certificate - Arts
Bhavan's SL Public School
Amritsar, Punjab, India03.2018
Skills
- Customer Service
- Cocktail List Development
- Suggestive Selling
- Beverage Preparation
- Mixed Drinks Preparations
- Stock Management
- Bar Menu Planning
- Alcohol Ordering
- Food Processing
- Inventory Stocking
- Kitchen Organization
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food Preparation
- Team Direction
- Performance Updates
- Supply Management
- Employee Development
- Food Handling
- Staff Scheduling
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Event Bartender
Grand Embassy Convention Centre
05.2023 - Current
Prep Cook
Oretta
05.2023 - Current
Bar Supervisor
MK Hotel
09.2022 - 04.2023
Master of Global Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Advance Certification - Mixology
Flair Mania Bartending Academy
Bsc in Hospitality Management - Tourism And Hotel Management
IHM Kurukshetra
Graduate Certificate - Arts
Bhavan's SL Public School
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