Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
Bartender

Ben Harris

Liverpool,merseyside

Summary

Hardworking bar team member who self taught himslef in mixology, beverage pairing and money handling. Works well alone or with team to handle high volume of customers. Works well in high tempo environments to manage demand and maintain standards.

High-energy restaurant professional with strong money management and food handling abilities. Knowledgeable about drink preparations and skilled at keeping areas clean and well-stocked. Dedicated to maximising customer satisfaction and brand loyalty by delivering knowledgeable and fast service.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Bartender

Frankie and Bennies Liverpool airport
Liverpool, Merseyside
06.2023 - Current
  • Started off as a server but due to lack of Bartenders, I transitioned into one and gained valuable experience
  • Supported serving staff with fast, accurate beverage preparation.
  • Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.
  • Thoroughly cleaned bar areas, delivering positive first impressions to guests and maintaining impeccable hygiene standards.
  • Prepared ingredients and garnishes for cocktails and signature bar drinks.
  • Leaving due to workplace being shut down

server and bartender

Allerton Manor Golf course The Old Stables
Liverpool, Merseyside
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Totalled bills for customers and accepted payment via cheque, currency and card payments.
  • Helped bar staff prepare garnishes and mix cocktails during busy bar periods.
  • Demonstrated safe food handling standards at all times.
  • Maintained excellent guest satisfaction by providing attentive, proactive and helpful service.

Event assistant

Sodexo ACC Liverpool
Liverpool, merseyside
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Monitored crowd to proactively identify problems and keep groups under control.
  • Helped catering teams with food running and guest services to meet team goals.
  • Cleaned up spaces after events, collecting rubbish, storing furniture and sanitising surfaces.
  • Worked on the bars, serving food , drink and taking payments

Food runner

Frankie and Bennies
Liverpool, mersyside
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Due to being underage to take food and payments, my main job was to run and food and make sure the restaurant was kept well
  • Polished glasses and cutlery to pristine standards.
  • Kept tables clear of used crockery, glassware and cutlery.
  • Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.

Education

GCSEs -

King David High School
Liverpool
09.2016 - 05.2021

A-Levels -

St Edwards College
Liverpool
09.2021 - 05.2023

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Spirits, beer and wine knowledge
  • Alcohol licensing law compliance
  • Beer, wine and cocktail service
  • Bar cleaning and maintenance
  • Food running
  • Beverage preparation
  • Customer service
  • Table service
  • Safe food handling

Affiliations

  • Rugby player
  • Athlete who enjoys running
  • Football lover

Certification

Bronze DofE award

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bartender

Frankie and Bennies Liverpool airport
06.2023 - Current

server and bartender

Allerton Manor Golf course The Old Stables
06.2022 - 03.2023

Event assistant

Sodexo ACC Liverpool
04.2022 - 10.2022

A-Levels -

St Edwards College
09.2021 - 05.2023

Food runner

Frankie and Bennies
08.2021 - 10.2021

GCSEs -

King David High School
09.2016 - 05.2021
Ben Harris