Dimitris Chasouras
Hebburn,South Tyneside
Summary
Skilled bar management professional able to improve team performance and grow bar sales through top management skills and business acumen. Bar Manager with strong track record of success in all areas of restaurant operations. Resourceful and hardworking with excellent attention to detail and organised nature.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Bartender
stella rocca mare
santorini, greece
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset bar for next day.
- Kept up-to-date on mixology trends, incorporating new techniques and ingredients into cocktail menu.
- Facilitated outstanding guest service experiences in high-volume settings.
- Built and maintained displays of spirits, enticing guests to make purchases.
- Worked with bar management to implement and enforce responsible drinking practices.
- Served guests spirits, lagers and stouts at bar.
Cocktail bartender
blu blu mykonos
mykonos, creece
04.2015 - 10.2019
- Facilitated outstanding guest service experiences in high-volume settings.
- Promoted bar through advertising, by hosting special events, and by establishing partnerships with area businesses to drive customer traffic.
- Tapped and attached new kegs, avoiding disruptions in supply for patrons.
- Input orders into register, calculated bills and collected payments.
- Increased order value by upselling sides, drinks and desserts.
Cafe barista
BARISTA CAFE AND DELIVERY
ZAKYNTHOS, GREECE
01.2013 - 11.2014
- Totalled bills and accepted cash, card and mobile payments.
- Created speciality drinks according to exact customer requests and preferences.
- Inspected completed orders, verifying against ticket and quality standards.
- Portioned dry ingredients for speedy food preparation.
- Warmly greeted and served customers, promptly processing payments to minimise wait times.
- Trained new and junior staff members on coffee-making techniques, including grinding, steaming and latte art.
- Built strong relationships with customers, recalling names and regular orders to maintain rapport and loyalty.
- Managed peak cafe hours effectively, creating and delivering drinks swiftly to maintain efficient service.
Bartender
FACTORY ESPRESSO BAR
GASTOYNI , GREECE
09.2010 - 12.2013
- Maintained knowledge of drinks promotions, pricing and menu changes, offering customers up-to-date, reliable advice.
- Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset bar for next day.
- Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
- Collected, washed and put away glassware between guests.
- Prepared ingredients and garnishes for cocktails and signature bar drinks.
- Set up bar area daily with clean furniture, supplies and beverage stock for typical bar demands.
- Collected cash payments, processing and providing correct change and receipts using Point Of Sale (POS) systems.
- Created range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic mixed drinks for establishment guests.
Education
A-Levels - BARISTA-BARTENDER
LE MONDE ATHENS
ATHENS 01.2012 - 05.2012
Skills
- Quick learner
- Performance improvement
- Menu recommendations
- Espresso machine operation
- Changing beer kegs
Timeline
Bartender
stella rocca mare
04.2021 - 11.2023
Cocktail bartender
blu blu mykonos
04.2015 - 10.2019
Cafe barista
BARISTA CAFE AND DELIVERY
01.2013 - 11.2014
A-Levels - BARISTA-BARTENDER
LE MONDE ATHENS
01.2012 - 05.2012
Bartender
FACTORY ESPRESSO BAR
09.2010 - 12.2013
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