Bartender
Resume:
KASHAWN P LUKE
*******.****@*****.***
An experienced NY Mixologist looking to obtain a position that challenges my abilities and adds growth to my talents.
EXPERIENCE
[SOHOGRAND HOTEL] [BARTENDER/BAR-MANAGER] [Sept 2017-May 2024] Promoted to bar manager where my first order of business was to assess staff strength and weaknesses and then schedule accordingly.
Listened to clienteles needs and requests then reworked the inventory based on this principle.
Implemented a batch program where certain cocktails were pre-made minus citrus juices thus, making output faster and more consistent.
Led by example and held staff to a higher standard which created a culture accountability. Created a par system to properly get a handle on inventory and limit out of stock items.
[SOHOGRAND HOTEL] [BARTENDER/MIXOLOGIST] [Aug 2015-Sept 2017] Delivering unparalleled experiences and service to clientele while maintaining well-paced ability in a large space.
Exerting teamwork, integrity, professionalism and excellent communication skills in a creatively sophisticated, world-class setting.
Shared knowledge of all 50 different bourbons and whiskey. Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas. Voted employee of the year for having the highest sales average at $6k-$9,000 Featured in Travel Curator and Todd Snyder for creating signature summer and holiday cocktails
[NOBU DOWNTOWN/NOBU 57] [BARTENDER] [March 2007-Jan 2015] Promoted from Bar Back to bartender where I made various cocktails of both the traditional, specialty, and classic variety.
Served various different sakes and whines in a high-volume environment catering to at times 300+ customers and V.I.P’s.
Maintained speed, quality and accuracy in all mixed martinis and drinks Kept customers engaged and entertained while up selling specific drinks and dishes on the menu. Served food at the bar as well as maintaining tabs. REFRENCES
Mustafa Khan -917-***-****-SOHO GRAND F&B DIRECTOR Brianne McDowell-917-***-****-STK MANAGER
Yuichi-1-212-***-****-NOBU DOWNTOWN MANAGER
Patrick Siegel-919-***-****-SOHO HOUSE GENERAL MANAGER
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