Artin Seyf
Manchester
Summary
Motivated hospitality professional with hands-on barback experience at 20 Stories, Manchester's leading rooftop venue. Skilled in cocktail preparation, customer interaction, and bar operations with a growing foundation in mixology. Passionate about bartending, I've taken independent steps to learn industry standards from building a home practice bar to studying professional cocktail literature. I bring strong team energy, resilience, and a deep commitment to developing into an exceptional bartender
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Barback
20 Stories
Manchester
09.2024 - Current
- Integral part of a fast-paced, high-volume luxury rooftop bar known for its affluent clientele, corporate events, and private hires for international brands.
- Consistently adhered to strict uniform and equipment standards to maintain the polished brand image expected at premium venues.
- Developed a deep understanding of back-bar operations, including pre-mix preparation for classic and signature cocktails, stock rotation, keg changing, handling deliveries, and participating in deep cleans to meet high hygiene and service standards.
- Gained hands-on bartending experience by crafting full cocktail specs under supervision during service.
- Created a bespoke seasonal cocktail using native produce, designed to align with beverage agreements praised by management and considered for the winter menu.
- Regularly worked high-profile private events for high-net-worth clients and global corporations, contributing to the polished execution that reflects the prestige of 20 Stories.
- Familiar with till operations and venue procedures.
- Trained and supported new team members, ensuring consistency and excellence in daily operations.
- Attended the 2025 Annual Portfolio Wine Tasting at Kimpton Tower, Manchester, and completed a brand-led training session by Louis XIII Cognac, enhancing knowledge in fine spirits and guest education at the luxury level.
Bartender
Chi Lounge
Eastbourne, East Sussex
07.2024 - 08.2024
Bartender
Rye Fish Market
Rye, East Sussex
06.2024 - 08.2024
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 09.2024 -
A-Levels - Maths, Computer Science, Business, Persian
Claremont Senior School
St Leonards-on-Sea 09.2022 - 06.2024
Skills
- Bartending Fundamentals
- Customer Interaction & Guest Experience
- High-volume Service Support
- Bar Setup & Closing Procedures
- Till Operation & POS Systems
- Self-motivated Learner
- Team Collaboration & Mentorship
- Work Under Pressure & Adaptabilit
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Barback
20 Stories
09.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2024 -
Bartender
Chi Lounge
07.2024 - 08.2024
Bartender
Rye Fish Market
06.2024 - 08.2024
A-Levels - Maths, Computer Science, Business, Persian
Claremont Senior School
09.2022 - 06.2024
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