Dawid Michalak
London
Summary
Professional Bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building customer base by providing positive service experience.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Soho House & Co
05.2022 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
BOH Supervisor
Soho House & Co
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Ensured timely completion of tasks by creating daily schedules for BOH staff and delegating responsibilities as needed.
- Followed operational procedures and enforced product standards, quality and consistency.
Bartender
Soho House & Co
02.2016 - 07.2019
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
Barback
Soho House & Co
09.2013 - 02.2016
- Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
- Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
- Refined multitasking abilities under high-pressure situations during peak business hours, contributing to seamless operation flow.
Kitchen Porter
Soho House & Co
08.2013 - 09.2013
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by maintaining cleanliness and organization of workspaces, utensils, and equipment.
Cleaning Supervisor
ACT Clean
11.2012 - 08.2013
- Improved overall cleanliness and sanitation standards by implementing effective cleaning procedures and protocols.
- Trained and supervised staff members for optimal performance in daily cleaning tasks, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, reducing waste and controlling costs through proper allocation.
- Trained staff on expected standards and quality of general cleaning, health and safety requirements and equipment operation.
- Developed customized cleaning schedules tailored to client needs, ensuring timely completion and customer satisfaction.
Education
No Degree - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
ZST Śrem
Poland06-2011
No Degree -
Primary School
Poland06-2007
Skills
- Customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Team player attitude
- Engaging personality
- Customer service expertise
- Service-oriented mindset
Timeline
Bartender
Soho House & Co
05.2022 - Current
BOH Supervisor
Soho House & Co
07.2019 - 05.2022
Bartender
Soho House & Co
02.2016 - 07.2019
Barback
Soho House & Co
09.2013 - 02.2016
Kitchen Porter
Soho House & Co
08.2013 - 09.2013
Cleaning Supervisor
ACT Clean
11.2012 - 08.2013
No Degree - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
ZST Śrem
No Degree -
Primary School
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