Tom Harvey
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Skilled bartender with background in teaching mixology classes, crafting classic and innovative cocktails, managing bar operations, and delivering exceptional customer service. Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of cleanliness and organization while multitasking in fast-paced environments. Strong interpersonal skills ensure memorable guest experiences and foster repeat business. Successfully increased bar revenue through effective upselling techniques and efficient inventory management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mixologist
Fairview Bar
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Alberta
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Drove my cocktail skills to new highs while working at the Chateau's premier cocktail bar.
- Covered for other bars when needed, quickly learning new drink menus and processes.
- Learned and applied Canada's alcohol laws by practicing safe sale of alcohol.
- Served tables within the bar where a full three-course dinner was available.
- Led a small-scale mixology class up to six times a week, where I would teach mixology techniques and present some of my own signature drinks.
Lead Bartender
SkiStar Lodge
Trysil, Norway
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Led a bar team that spanned across three bars at one of the largest ski hotels in Scandinavia.
- Continued to build my management skills while also helping to coordinate large corporate events.
- Was in charge of ordering stock for the bars, training staff, creating schedules, and creating new drinks for an existing menu.
Cocktail Bartender
The Great Northern Hotel
Byron Bay, Australia
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Gained experience in speed bartending at this bar/nightclub in Byron Bay.
- Improved my spatial awareness by working alongside up to four bartenders in a two-well bar.
- Further expanded my knowledge of cocktails.
Bar Supervisor
Perisher Manor Hotel
Perisher, Australia
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked a ski season to conclude my time in Australia, supervising a team of four bartenders.
- Learned to apply my existing management experience to the bar industry, learning to train new bartenders, and manage experienced ones.
- Created a cocktail menu to fit the mountain vibes of the bar.
Cocktail Bartender
O'Reilly's Rainforest Resort
Lamington National Park, Australia
10.2022 - 01.2023
- After a short break exploring Australia, I returned to bartending at a smaller-scale bar, where I could be more involved in the running of the establishment.
- Furthered my experience in opening and closing bars, as well as ordering stock and taking inventory.
- Had my first contributions to a cocktail menu.
Cocktail Bartender
Intercontinental
Hayman Island, Australia
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Expanded my knowledge of bartending in a new country with an impressive cocktail culture.
- Started learning more about cocktails and handling large drink orders while entertaining patrons.
- Gained exposure to the art of luxury bartending, serving high-paying guests.
Assistant Manager
ALDI UK
Carlisle, UK
03.2020 - 03.2022
- I took a break from bartending to develop leadership skills in a massively busy retail environment, learning time management, cash handling, leading shifts, and coordinating deliveries.
Bartender
Manor Hill House
Worcestershire, UK
03.2017 - 02.2020
- Started my journey in bartending at a busy wedding venue in the UK.
- Continued to build my skills while in university.
- Learned industry standards for bar opens, closes, and prep shifts.
Education
WSET 2 - Wine Tasting And Geography
Willow Park Wines
Calgary10-2024
Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography
University of Sheffield
UK05-2021
Skills
- Classic cocktails
- Mixology expertise
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Cash handling
- Menu preparation
- Bar setup and breakdown
- Recipe memorization
- Allergen awareness
- Speed and efficiency
- Alcohol pairing proficiency
- Professional appearance
- Event bartending
- Inventory management
- POS system operation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mixologist
Fairview Bar
05.2024 - 12.2024
Lead Bartender
SkiStar Lodge
12.2023 - 04.2024
Bar Supervisor
Perisher Manor Hotel
05.2023 - 09.2023
Cocktail Bartender
The Great Northern Hotel
01.2023 - 04.2024
Cocktail Bartender
O'Reilly's Rainforest Resort
10.2022 - 01.2023
Cocktail Bartender
Intercontinental
03.2022 - 07.2022
Assistant Manager
ALDI UK
03.2020 - 03.2022
Bartender
Manor Hill House
03.2017 - 02.2020
WSET 2 - Wine Tasting And Geography
Willow Park Wines
Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography
University of Sheffield
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