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Aslan Butler

Aslan Butler

Hemel Hempstead,Hertfordshire

Summary

Cocktail mixologist and event professional with hands-on experience across high-volume hospitality, private events, and early-stage venue development. Recognised for calm, reliable service under pressure, strong product knowledge, and an ability to support teams and operations beyond the bar. Currently focused on excelling in a cocktail mixologist role, with a clear commitment to professional development and progression into leadership through proven performance, consistency, and contribution to business growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Private Bartender & Event Support

(Freelance)
Hertfordshire & St Albans
2025.04 - Current
  • Delivered professional cocktail and bar service at private parties, pop-ups, and ticketed events.
  • Set up and operated mobile bars, managing glassware, stock levels, and service flow.
  • Maintained speed, accuracy, and guest rapport during peak service periods.
  • Supported event planning, promotions, and themed service delivery.

HLTA SEND

Envision Education
Hemel Hempstead
2025.10 - 2026.04

Led small group learning sessions for pupils with ASD/SEMH
Developed and implemented Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with the SENCO and external specialists.
Planned and taught lessons for classes when the teacher is absent, maintaining continuity in learning
Provide 1:1 support for students with extreme behavioural needs, successfully reducing incidents by implementing tailored visual schedules
Train new teaching assistants on school safeguarding procedures and behavioural de-escalation techniques

Supported pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) in daily activities.
Monitored student progress, keeping detailed records for annual review meetings.
Assisted with personal care and medical needs

Proficient in Makaton, BSL and PECs communication

Familiar with positive handling practices including Team Teach

Excellent knowledge of the care system and working with multi-agency services

Nursery Educator

Kinderzimmer
Berkhamsted
2025.03 - 2025.09
  • Maintained rigorous safeguarding procedures for continued child safety and wellbeing.
  • Produced positive improvements in personal, social, emotional development through montessori, steiner (waldorf) curriculum.
  • Provided creative, fun arts and design projects to develop self-expression.
  • Used games and play to teach early mathematics ideas
  • Utilised tested behaviour management techniques to operate a positive, productive learning environment.
  • Carefully monitored child progress, keeping updated records to ensure continued development.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
  • Served as Key Person for 10+ children.
  • Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
  • Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
  • Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
  • Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
  • Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety as well as planning and leading extracurricular trips.
  • Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
  • Discussed behavioural issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
  • Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
  • Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
  • Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.

Founder & Operator - Hemel Helper

Independent
2025.02 - 2026.02
  • Ran a community-facing childcare and tutoring service requiring scheduling, client communication, and reliability.
  • Built strong repeat relationships through professionalism and trust
  • Directed company's marketing activities to raise awareness and attract potential clients.
  • Kept active presence within industry through regular networking, marketing and promotional activities.
  • Managed financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment strategies, to optimize resources and profitability.
  • Worked as a personal assistant for children and young adults with SEND & SEMH in conjuction with multi-agency services
  • Provided timely intake, assessment and appropriate intervention to clients experiencing crises.
  • Worked with practitioners and allied health professionals to provide practical support and follow-up to clients.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families facing challenging situations.
  • Assisted clients to achieve personal and treatment-related goals.
  • Maintained confidentiality of clients' information.
  • Administered medication and treatment for patients.
  • Maintained high levels of patient morale, providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
  • Supported clients experiencing substance abuse issues, offering access to additional resources and targeted programmes.
  • Successfully empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities, such as shopping and creative activities.
  • Customised tutoring to suit individual competencies, enabling paced academic progression.
  • Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
  • Aided students in experimenting and discovering best-suited learning methods to foster academic achievements.
  • Helped students to build study guides and habits to increase confidence, comprehension and data recall.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with students, caregivers and school faculty to drive awareness of services and encourage referrals.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of curriculum standards and education requirements to help students meet objectives.
  • Managed pupil behaviour and set firm boundaries to maximise learning potential.

Operational Lead, Business Development Manager

Red Lion Hospitality
Hertfordshire
2024.05 - 2026.01
  • Supported a private entrepreneur in the early-stage setup of a new pub concept
  • Assisted with cocktail menu creation, pricing considerations, and seasonal update
  • Contributed to promotions, event ideas, and customer engagement concepts.
  • Helped develop staff rotas and operational workflows
  • Gained hands-on exposure to the commercial and operational realities of running a venue
  • Developed business plans to establish revenue and growth
  • Closed long-term agreements through skilful negotiation
  • Created effective marketing, sales and promotional initiatives to drive revenue
  • Analysed market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for business expansion
  • Identified cross-selling opportunities through ongoing customer needs analysis
  • Collaborated with product development teams to align offerings with market needs and opportunities
  • Prepared reports and presentations detailing business development activities and outlining new initiatives
  • Researched prospective clients to develop and execute cold call lists
  • Surpassed sales and customer service targets, consistently exceeding established KPIs
  • Attended conferences and trade association meetings to represent company, build industry networks and promote new product lines
  • Evaluated team performance to identify areas requiring improvement
  • Motivated sales and foh staff to continuously improve strategies through competitions and personalised coaching plans
  • Managed project timelines and budgets, ensuring successful completion of business development initiatives
  • Implemented seasonal and special discounts, driving customer engagement through promotions
  • Oversaw maintenance of client notes on internal CRM system to facilitate future strategies and key results
  • Designed and hosted successful events rota exceeding 200 guests on peak nights
  • Prepared range of written communications, documents and reports.
  • Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.

Bar Staff

The Top of the World (Mitchells & Butlers)
Hertfordshire
2025.02 - 2025.08
  • Worked within a branded, high-footfall venue requiring speed, consistency, and strict adherence to service standards.
  • Delivered efficient bar service during peak trading periods.
  • Followed M&B operating procedures, compliance, and health & safety requirements.
  • Supported team coordination on busy shifts to maintain service flow and guest satisfaction.

Bartender / Mixologist

The Highwayman
Berkhamsted
2023.09 - 2024.04
  • Served cocktails, craft beers, wines, spirits, and hot drinks in a busy artisan pub setting.
  • Developed mixology fundamentals with a focus on consistency, presentation, and speed.
  • Delivered confident, personable service while upholding venue standards.
  • Managed cash and card transactions accurately.
  • Supported stock checks, cellar work, and bar cleanliness.
  • Kept bar stocked and organised for easy access and quick service to customers.
  • Handled cash transactions and operated point-of-sale systems with accuracy and integrity.
  • Cleaned bar of discarded items and wiped up spills without delay to maintain professional appearance.
  • Assisted with stock counting, ordering and replenishing.
  • Successfully managed high-volume shifts, serving up to 200 customers without compromising service quality.
  • Adhered to strict hygiene and cleanliness standards, maintaining a spotless bar area at all times.
  • Verified customer age using official government identifications prior to serving alcohol.
  • Removed empty kegs, tapped new kegs and attached supply lines.
  • Customised drink orders based on customer preferences, demonstrating versatility and expertise.
  • Trained new staff on bar operations, cocktail preparation, and customer service standards.
  • Resolved customer complaints with diplomacy, preserving the establishment's reputation for excellence.
  • Advised customers on available beverages and optimum choices for individual tastes.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders to bar patrons.
  • Collaborated with event planners to create bespoke drink menus for private functions.
  • Maintained comprehensive brand and product knowledge to maximise sales opportunities and meet set targets.

Head Activity Leader (Operations & Delivery)

Junior Adventures Group UK
2023.03 - 2024.03
  • Acted as stand-in site manager overseeing daily operations and staff teams.
  • Coordinated rotas, resources, and delivery schedules under pressure.
  • Trained and supported new and agency staff, providing clear feedback.
  • Served as first point of contact for clients and external stakeholders.
  • Coordinated with other team members to facilitate smooth running of all scheduled events and activities.
  • Taught students with little or no communication abilities to interact using PEC system.
  • Arranged and planned activities for groups, including arts, physical education and language classes.
  • Conducted risk assessments for each planned activity, minimising potential hazards.
  • Adapted activities to meet the changing needs and preferences of participants.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of activities, gathering feedback to improve future event planning.
  • Stayed up-to-date on first aid best practices to react quickly during emergencies.

Bar Staff

Berkhamsted Hockey Club
Berkhamsted
2023.01 - 2024.01
  • Delivered day-to-day bar service and supported private functions and events
  • Balanced speed of service with friendly customer engagement, in a community setting.
  • Handled cash and card payments accurate
  • Maintained a clean, welcoming bar environment
  • Responsible for open and close procedures

Education

Diploma - Marketing Management

Level 5
2026-04

Entrepreneurs University - Business & entrepreneurship studies

Entrepeneur's University
2026-04

Diploma - Event's Management

Level 3
2025-01

GCSEs - English Language (9), English Literature (9), Maths (9), Biology (9), Physics (9), Chemistry (8)

Aylesbury High School
Aylesbury

Skills

  • Cocktail preparation & classic mixology
  • Speed, accuracy & service consistency
  • High-volume service & rush management
  • Customer experience & guest engagement
  • Upselling & product knowledge
  • Cash handling & POS systems
  • Stock control, ordering & waste awareness
  • Bar setup, breakdown & presentation
  • Health & safety & food hygiene compliance
  • Cocktail menu development & pricing support
  • Promotions & event concept planning
  • Staff rotas & shift coordination
  • Training & onboarding support
  • De-escalation & conflict management
  • Inclusive service & communication
  • Marketing fundamentals (guest psychology, promotions)
  • Commercial awareness in live environments
  • Marketing strategy
  • Event planning
  • Customer service
  • Project management
  • Financial management
  • Team leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Positive attitude
  • Communication
  • Punctual
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Composure under pressure
  • Spirits, beer and wine knowledge
  • People Management
  • Stock rotation
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Food safety understanding
  • POS system operation
  • Wine pairing knowledge
  • Product promotion
  • First aid training
  • Liquor knowledge
  • Cellar management
  • Cocktail preparation
  • Customer engagement
  • Risk Assessment
  • Alcohol law compliance
  • Safe food handling
  • Project planning and coordination
  • Administrative support
  • Commitment to excellence
  • Networking
  • Professional telephone etiquette
  • Financial analysis
  • Public speaking
  • Complaint handling and resolution
  • Marketing
  • B2B client management
  • Brand development
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Pipeline Management
  • Google Analytics
  • Salesforce proficiency
  • Digital marketing
  • Lead generation
  • Open and clear communicator
  • Excel proficiency
  • Warm and cold calling
  • Change implementation
  • Process Improvement
  • Inclusive education strategies

Certification

  • Food Hygiene
  • Fire Safety
  • Manual Handling
  • Enhanced DBS (Update Service)
  • Paediatric First Aid (valid to 2027)
  • Safeguarding Level 2
  • Behaviour Management & De-escalation
  • SEND, SEMH, Autism & ADHD Awareness

Summary

Cocktail preparation & classic mixology, Speed, accuracy & service consistency, High-volume service & rush management, Customer experience & guest engagement, Upselling & product knowledge, Cash handling & POS systems, Stock control, ordering & waste awareness, Bar setup, breakdown & presentation, Health & safety & food hygiene compliance, Cocktail menu development & pricing support, Promotions & event concept planning, Staff rotas & shift coordination, Training & onboarding support, De-escalation & conflict management, Inclusive service & communication, Marketing fundamentals (guest psychology, promotions), Commercial awareness in live environments

References

Available on request

Availability

Full right to work in the UK, Available evenings, weekends, and late finishes, Known for calm communication and creating welcoming environments for diverse customers and teams

Languages

Spanish
Intermediate
B1
English
Proficient
C2

Hobbies and interests

Highly creative individual with an artistic flair that can be adapted for application. Experienced with many mediums and projects including sculpture, murals, marketing campaigns and digital content creation, fine art and illustration.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

HLTA SEND

Envision Education
2025.10 - 2026.04

Private Bartender & Event Support

(Freelance)
2025.04 - Current

Nursery Educator

Kinderzimmer
2025.03 - 2025.09

Founder & Operator - Hemel Helper

Independent
2025.02 - 2026.02

Bar Staff

The Top of the World (Mitchells & Butlers)
2025.02 - 2025.08

Operational Lead, Business Development Manager

Red Lion Hospitality
2024.05 - 2026.01

Bartender / Mixologist

The Highwayman
2023.09 - 2024.04

Head Activity Leader (Operations & Delivery)

Junior Adventures Group UK
2023.03 - 2024.03

Bar Staff

Berkhamsted Hockey Club
2023.01 - 2024.01

Diploma - Marketing Management

Level 5

Entrepreneurs University - Business & entrepreneurship studies

Entrepeneur's University

Diploma - Event's Management

Level 3

GCSEs - English Language (9), English Literature (9), Maths (9), Biology (9), Physics (9), Chemistry (8)

Aylesbury High School
Aslan Butler