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Waitress

Katarzyna Szczegielniak

London

Summary

Bar Manager with over three years of experience in high-volume London bars. Skilled in free-pouring, cocktail preparation and guest service, with additional bartending experience in Spain.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Bar manager

Simmons Bar
London, UK
2022.10 - Current
  • Supervised bar staff, maintaining high standards of service, drink quality, and bar organisation during busy shifts
  • Trained and mentored new team members on service standards, drink preparation, and customer interaction to improve guest experience
  • Coordinated team workflow during high-volume service to maintain efficiency and a positive atmosphere for guests
  • Managed stock levels, inventory and bar preparation to ensure smooth operations during peak hours

Waiter / Bartender

Le Saint Tropez
Torrevieja, Spain
2023.07 - 2023.09
  • Served food and drinks in a busy tourist-heavy restaurant and bar environment
  • Prepared bespoke cocktails based on guests’ requests, as there was no fixed cocktail menu
  • Used knowledge of classic cocktails to create drinks tailored to customer preferences
  • Engaged with international guests and provided friendly, attentive service
  • Communicated with local customers using basic Spanish
  • Maintained a clean and organised service and bar area during busy shifts

Bartender

Bar Lina
London
2025.08 - 2025.09
  • Worked in a speakeasy-style cocktail bar providing a more high-end and personalised guest experience
  • Planned and prepared cocktail ingredients and infusions in advance, often one to two weeks prior, as drinks were highly customised
  • Hosted and engaged with guests in an intimate speakeasy environment, creating a welcoming and memorable atmosphere

Architectural Intern

TateHindle
London, UK
2025.02 - 2025.02

• Assisted in the development of architectural designs, employing AutoCAD and Revit for precision in drafting plans.
• Produced 3D models and visualisations to support concept presentations.
• Contributed to technical detailing and space planning under senior guidance.

Global Sustainability Intern

TGM Research
Ho chi minh city, Vietnam
2025.07 - 2025.07

• Conducted research and data analysis for sustainability-focused projects across APAC regions.

• Co-created a short campaign video and a sustainability infographic.

• Collaborated with an international team on client deliverables using the Double Diamond method.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 1)

University of East London
London
2022.09 - 2025.08

Skills

  • Bar Management & Shift Leadership – managing busy service, coordinating staff and maintaining smooth bar operations
  • Bespoke Cocktail Creation & High-End Guest Service – preparing personalised cocktails and hosting guests in a speakeasy environment
  • Creative Cocktail Making & Customer Engagement – preparing drinks without a fixed menu and adapting to international guests in a busy tourist restaurant
  • Free-Pouring & Classic Cocktail Knowledge
  • High-Volume Service & Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments

Languages

Polish, English
Native
Spanish
Beginner
A1

References

  • Available upon request

Timeline

Bartender

Bar Lina
2025.08 - 2025.09

Global Sustainability Intern

TGM Research
2025.07 - 2025.07

Architectural Intern

TateHindle
2025.02 - 2025.02

Waiter / Bartender

Le Saint Tropez
2023.07 - 2023.09

Bar manager

Simmons Bar
2022.10 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 1)

University of East London
2022.09 - 2025.08
Katarzyna Szczegielniak