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Certification
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Arief Syed

London,United Kingdom

Summary

Passionate and skilled hospitality professional with over 3 years of experience in high-energy rooftop bars, boutique restaurants, and pop-up venues. Proficient in crafting classic and contemporary cocktails, providing top-tier guest experiences, and thriving in fast-paced environments. Highly social, proactive, and adaptable, ensuring smooth service even in high-volume settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Wagtail
London
05.2024 - Current
  • Organization of the stock room and assisted the Bar manager with the stock counting and Inventory management
  • Engaging with guests and ensuring a premium guest experience
  • Trained new staff members effectively, ensuring top-notch service standards were maintained.
  • Crafted innovative cocktails, balancing flavors and presentation to elevate the guest experience

Bartender

Temper Restaurants
London
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Managed a busy central London bar, serving up to 300 customers nightly, significantly improving service efficiency by 25%
  • Preparing Creative cocktails and drinks while ensuring adherence to brand standards and quality control measures
  • Supported serving staff with fast, accurate beverage preparation.

Bartender

Club Rouge
Hyderabad
04.2021 - 12.2022
  • Ensured bar area was fully equipped with tools and products needed for mixing beverages and serving guests
  • Mixed alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, cocktails and other beverages as requested and in compliance with company standards and recipes
  • Adjusted drink recipes to customers' preferences

Education

MSc - Computer Science with industrial placement

University of East London
09.2023 - Current

Skills

  • Inventory Management
  • Leadership abilities
  • Attention to details
  • Staff training
  • Upselling
  • POS system proficiency

Certification

  • Food Safety level 2
  • Food Allergens
  • Data Privacy
  • First Aid Awareness
  • Health and Safety Level 2
  • Disability Awareness

Languages

English
Hindi
Telugu
Urdu

Timeline

Bartender

Wagtail
05.2024 - Current

Bartender

Temper Restaurants
09.2023 - 03.2024

MSc - Computer Science with industrial placement

University of East London
09.2023 - Current

Bartender

Club Rouge
04.2021 - 12.2022
Arief Syed