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Ash Johnson

Milton Keynes

Summary

Driven mixologist with exceptional customer service and team leadership skills, with a focus on creating memorable guest experiences. Proficient in craft cocktails and inventory management, ensuring seamless bar operations and satisfied patrons. Excited to bring fresh perspective and dedication to your Assistant Manager role.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Head mixologist

Fourteen Skybar - Hotel Latour
Milton Keynes
12.2024 - Current
  • Curated rotating seasonal menus, blending classical and modern mixology foundations to drive upsells of super-premium spirits,
  • Developed rotating monthly specials, assembling a catalogue of unique drinks themed around seasonal produce and culture,
  • Reduced outages and wastage through proactive cellar management techniques and contingency planning, minimising disruptions,
  • Managed POS authorisations, Oracle RVC imbalances, and cash handling, regularly resolving technical issues and complaints during service,
  • Spearheaded onboarding and training of new bar staff, for varying levels of experience, aided with the trial shift process of recruitment by evaluating skill sets
  • Responded to emergent situations such as dietary requirements, fire alarms, and filing relevant documents,
  • Mediated staff interpersonal tensions, delegated staff responsibilities within teams of 4-10 on the fly, during service to ensure guest satisfaction,

F&B associate

Fourteen Skybar - Hotel Latour
Milton Keynes
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Designed weekly cocktail specials, focusing on molecular mixology, seasonal produce, and researching emerging trends,
  • Supported bar prep and mise en place, batching cocktails, ensuring all ingredients were labelled where necessary,
  • Demonstrated deep knowledge about cocktails and mixology, upselling off menu cocktails and those with the best margins.
  • Trained junior bar staff in cocktail specs, silver service etiquette, garnish techniques, and barista essentials,
  • Redesigned the existing cocktail menu, applying graphic design experience and brand identity knowledge, to create a more visually engaging document.

Temporary Events Staff

Total Catering Solutions Recruitment Ltd
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Progressed from bartender to associate manager, demonstrating leadership, reliability, and an understanding of FOH and BOH ops.
  • Managed stock levels and rapid beer-line changes, ensuring a consistent experience for guests during high-volume events,
  • Selected as a recurring bartender for Cheltenham Gold Cup and Newmarket Race courses, delivering premium service under pressure,
  • Served VIPs at the National Exhibition Centre's hospitality suites, demonstrating discretion, professionalism, and tailored service for guests,
  • Adapted quickly to varied bar setups and lead service as one of the strongest paced bartenders,
  • Aided in the setup of events for race days, weddings in high-end locations, and reset stock and kept high standards between events.

Volunteer Charity Worker

Sandwell Parents for Disabled Children
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Volunteered weekly to support children with a variety of disabilities in recreational and educational activities, fostering a safe and inclusive environment for parents and children alike,
  • Assisted in the coordination and running of leisure events such as sports, walks, and fundraising activities, often with groups of children and parents,
  • Developed my communication skills by picking up the basics of BSL and Makaton sign, as well as interpreting non-standard body language cues,
  • Collaborated closely with senior staff members to ensure I was effectively contributing to the running of sessions, specifically in a creative capacity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Design

Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent
10.2019 - 11.2022

Skills

  • Advanced Mixology
  • Menu and Specials Creation
  • Large Team Leadership
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Operational Oversight
  • Conflict Resolution

Certification

APLH Level II - BIIAB Certified,

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head mixologist

Fourteen Skybar - Hotel Latour
12.2024 - Current

F&B associate

Fourteen Skybar - Hotel Latour
09.2023 - 12.2024

Volunteer Charity Worker

Sandwell Parents for Disabled Children
01.2023 - 07.2023

Temporary Events Staff

Total Catering Solutions Recruitment Ltd
11.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Design

Staffordshire University
10.2019 - 11.2022

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