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GEORGE OMWARE

Bartender/mixologist
Nairobi ,Nairobi

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level of mixologist or a waiter position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Efficient Cocktail Waiter bringing three years of exceptional performance in serving roles. Eager to fulfill a mixologist or a waiter opportunity to apply knowledge of bar operations and service standards. Hardworking and energetic with a proven history of patron satisfaction.

Energetic Cocktail Server with strong wine and spirits knowledge. Accustomed to balancing quality with efficiency in high-volume service environments.

Motivated Waiter with experience serving customers in busy, fine dining restaurants. Recognized for significantly increasing guest check averages by promoting appetizers, specialty items and unique wine selections. Collaborative, thoughtful team leader offering clear, comprehensive and supportive supervision.

Communicative mixologist/waiter dedicated to providing elevated service and providing unforgettable guest experiences. Creative floor leader offering experience providing service to large numbers of dinner guests at popular, fast-casual restaurants. Detailed organizer of service operations with versatility in stressful circumstances.

Talented Mixologist knowledgeable about common cocktails and numerous specialty options. Consistently makes useful recommendations for wine, liquor and beer selections. Over three years of related experience in upscale, urban clubs and restaurants.

Experienced in preparing drinks, stocking bar supplies and keeping areas clean and tidy. Focused on providing responsible alcohol service.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Reliable employee seeking a mixologist/waiter position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Bartender/mixologist

BAR NEXT DOOR KILELESHWA
nairobi, kileleshwa
10.2024 - Current
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Enhanced customer experience with engaging conversations and personalized drink recommendations.
  • Enhanced dining experience, suggesting food and drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.

Bartender,mixologist,barista

MINTSHACK HURLINGHAM,PEPONI,SARIT WESTLANDS
Nairobi, kilimani,peponi,sarit
02.2023 - 09.2024
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
  • Maintained quality of garnishes, juices, and other perishables by preparing new stock daily.
  • Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
  • Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
  • Led monthly coffee tasting events to educate customers on different coffee varieties and brewing methods, increasing sales of premium products
  • Boosted team morale and efficiency with regular training sessions on new coffee preparation techniques.

Bar Waiter

ORCHID LOUNGE AND GRILL
Nairobi, Nairobi
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Assisted with bartending duties during high-volume shifts.
  • Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
  • Displayed extensive knowledge of drink ingredients, preparation techniques, glassware selection, allowing customers to make informed decisions about their orders.
  • Collaborated with bartenders to prepare and serve high-quality cocktails and mixed drinks.
  • Maintained accuracy and efficiency when processing sales transactions.
  • Increased bar revenue by upselling premium beverages and promoting special offers.

Bar Waiter

BAR NEXT DOOR
Kileleshwa , Nairobi
06.2022 - 11.2022
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
  • Suggested appropriate food and drinks pairing to increase per ticket sales.
  • TOP IN SALES.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavours enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and decision.
  • Stayed up to date on menu changes to help customers make food and drinks of choice.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turn around and guests flow.
  • Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Asked customers for feedback, solved problems and filled drinks throughout meal.
  • Collected orders and relayed them to bartenders quickly and accurately.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Moved and set up seating, prepared extra silverware and notified kitchen prior to arrival of large groups.

Bar Waiter

Memphis Bar And Restaurant
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
  • Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in bar environment.
  • Maintained accuracy and efficiency when processing sales transactions.
  • Maintained clean and organized bar area.
  • Anticipated guest needs and provided proactive service.
  • Assisted with bartending duties during high-volume shifts.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
  • Asked customers for feedback, solved problems and filled drinks throughout meal.

Mixologist/ Bar Waiter

DA VUNDU BAR AND RESTAURANT
Kisumu CBD , Kisumu
03.2019 - 12.2021
  • Maintained quality of garnishes, juices and other perishables by preparing new stock daily.
  • Prepared classic, modern and unique cocktails for each customer.
  • Input orders into system at point of sale and created guest checks.
  • Received cash, made change and issued receipts.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Communicated with guests to record orders and assess needs.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
  • Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in bar environment.

Education

Form Four Certificate -

Kasengere High School
Nandi County
01.2018 - 11.2018

Skills

Cash Handling

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Timeline

Bartender/mixologist

BAR NEXT DOOR KILELESHWA
10.2024 - Current

Bartender,mixologist,barista

MINTSHACK HURLINGHAM,PEPONI,SARIT WESTLANDS
02.2023 - 09.2024

Bar Waiter

ORCHID LOUNGE AND GRILL
10.2022 - 01.2023

Bar Waiter

BAR NEXT DOOR
06.2022 - 11.2022

Bar Waiter

Memphis Bar And Restaurant
01.2022 - 05.2022

Mixologist/ Bar Waiter

DA VUNDU BAR AND RESTAURANT
03.2019 - 12.2021

Form Four Certificate -

Kasengere High School
01.2018 - 11.2018
GEORGE OMWAREBartender/mixologist