EVANS OPETU KHAYANGA
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic bartender with expert mixology skills and a focus on customer service. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through tailored beverage recommendations and engaging interactions. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and sanitation practices, ensuring high-quality service.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BARTENDER
MSC CRUISE
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Responsible to supervise an assigned bar profitably, in full compliance with company food safety and sanitation standards, and to provide an enjoyable environment for guest.
Trainer
DIAGEO BAR ACADEMY
Nairobi
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Leading training and development provider for bar professionals across the country. Committed to raising standards, improving careers, Engineering menus, training on current trends and shaping the industry through investing in the people behind it.
TRAINER/MIXOLOGIST
ANUBA LOUNGE
Mombasa
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Ensured smooth operation of cocktail bar while training staff on best practices.
- Developed signature cocktails that significantly boosted sales and customer loyalty.
- Implemented effective bar operations by learning brand knowledge, and hospitality trends.
BARTENDER
MASTER BAR ACADEMY/TAPAS CIELO
MOMBASA
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Delivered brand knowledge and mixology training to outlets using master bar academy modules.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for patrons in bars and restaurants.
- Interacted with customers to take orders and serve snacks and drinks.
- Assessed customer preferences and made tailored beverage recommendations.
- Mixed ingredients to create a variety of cocktails.
- Planned and presented an engaging bar menu for customer enjoyment.
BARTENDER
SIGNATURE CLUB AND RESTAURANT
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Mastered bartending fundamentals, including customer service, drink preparation, and inventory control.
Education
STCW - STCW
BANDARI MARITIME ACADEMY
MombasaWSET LEVEL2 - Spirits And Beverage
Wine And Spirits Education Trust
NairobiIT Certificate - CISCO ACADEMY
MASENO UNIVESITY
KisumuHigh School - KCSE
MIWANI HIGH SCHOOL
KisumuSkills
POS system proficiency
Sales and upselling strategies
Communication skills
Customer service excellence
Menu design
Expert mixology
- Bar management
- Bartending techniques
- Service-oriented mindset
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Leadership abilities
- Sanitation practices
- Beverage recommendation
- Wine and spirits knowledge
- Time management
Languages
English
First Language
Career Goals And Objectives
- To apply theoretical and practical experience in bartending
- To enhance my ability and competence in bartending, beverage brands and leadership
- To exercise professionalism and create lasting impact on the achievement of the organizations mission
- To ensure career development through hard work, teamwork, leadership and mentorship
- To remain enthusiastic, resourceful, a quick learner and a great customer service provider
Certification
- STCW(Standards of training certification and watchkeeping)
- Bacardi Varsity certificate
- Certificate in Single Ingredient and Finishing Moves (world class Kenya)
- Certificate in Spirits of pioneer by William Grants
- Certificate in Jameson Irish Whiskey brand knowledge
- EABL Master Bar Tender (Retail Capability Manager) Accreditation
- Certificate in Johnnie Walker Master Bartender Program
- Master Bartender Academy cocktail competition winner Certificate
- HACCP Food Safety System for Restaurants and Other Catering Services
- WSET level 2 in Spirits -Pass with Distinction
- Spirits of Pioneer William Grant & Sons
- Master Bar Academy certification
Selected Achievements
- STCW (Standards of training certification and watchkeeping)
- Bacardi Varsity certificate course completion 2021
- Certificate in Single Ingredient and Finishing Moves (world class Kenya) 2019
- Certificate in Spirits of pioneer by William Grants 2019
- Certificate in Jameson Irish Whiskey brand knowledge 2018
- EABL Master Bar Tender (Retail Capability Manager) Accreditation 2014
- Certificate in Johnnie Walker Master Bartender Program 2012
- Master Bartender Academy cocktail competition winner 2012
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
BARTENDER
MSC CRUISE
04.2024 - 11.2025
Trainer
DIAGEO BAR ACADEMY
01.2019 - 01.2023
TRAINER/MIXOLOGIST
ANUBA LOUNGE
01.2016 - 01.2019
BARTENDER
MASTER BAR ACADEMY/TAPAS CIELO
01.2012 - 01.2016
BARTENDER
SIGNATURE CLUB AND RESTAURANT
01.2010 - 01.2012
STCW - STCW
BANDARI MARITIME ACADEMY
WSET LEVEL2 - Spirits And Beverage
Wine And Spirits Education Trust
IT Certificate - CISCO ACADEMY
MASENO UNIVESITY
High School - KCSE
MIWANI HIGH SCHOOL