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Mihai Nigel

Putney

Summary


A hardworking individual seeks the opportunity to capitalise on hospitality leadership abilities. Engages teams with energy and enthusiasm to maintain productive operations. Plans and prioritises well to achieve busy workloads under pressure.
I am a highly experienced Hospitality and Customer Services professional, who specialises in Bar Management and Mixology. My strong business acumen combined with a passion for delivering excellent services and experiences, results People in achieving commercial success. Throughout my career, I have excelled in managing multiple orders and delivering high standards of service at all times. My communication and language skills provide me with the foundation to create and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues and customers alike.

Overview

8
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sophie's Steakhouse/Jack Solomons Club
London, England

Bar Manager
03.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Planned staffing levels based on evolving service demands.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained staff on best bar practices, maintaining highly efficient service teams.
  • Protected brand image by delivering exceptional bar presentation and maintenance.
  • Monitored and maintained stock levels for maximized efficiency and minimized waste.
  • Identified and addressed underperformance and non-compliance.
  • Organized special events and functions and corporate lunches.
  • Developed menus with strict cost controls to maximize restaurant profits.
  • Prepared rotas to achieve stable coverage while minimizing payroll costs.

Sophie’s Steakhouse and Bar (Chelsea)
London, United Kingdom

Supervisor Manager
03.2018 - 10.2021

Job overview

⦁ Oversee the day to day running of the restaurant
⦁ Conduct trials and interviews of perspective employees
⦁ Complete nightly cash-outs and full close downs of the restaurant
⦁ Ensure a high level of professionalism is displayed throughout, from staff to the presentation

  • Offered instruction, coaching and motivation for enhanced team morale.
  • Managed daily planning of workplace operations, clearly communicating targets to staff for smooth, efficient task delivery.

Hippodrome Casino
London, United Kingdom

Bartender
10.2017 - 02.2018

Job overview

  • Thoroughly cleaned bar areas, delivering positive first impressions to guests and maintaining impeccable hygiene standards.
  • Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.
  • Maintained knowledge of drinks promotions, pricing and menu changes, offering customers up-to-date, reliable advice.
  • Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.

The O Bar
London, United Kingdom

Bar Supervisor
03.2015 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
  • Maintained exceptional customer service at peak times through strategic management of priorities and responsibilities.
  • Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
  • Maintained a spotlessly clean and tidy bar area in line with health and hygiene regulations.
  • Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.
  • Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.
  • Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.

Education

The University of Law bloomsbury
City of London

Bachelor of Arts from Business Management
09.2018 - 07.2021

University overview

Andrei Saguna University
Romania Constanta

Bachelor of Arts from Law and Business Administration
09.2009 - 06.2012

University overview

Skills

  • Strong communication
  • Training
  • Cost controls
  • Decision making
  • Process improvements
  • External recruitment
  • Hiring and training

Languages

English
Fluent
Romanian
Native
Spanish
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate

Timeline

The University of Law bloomsbury
Bachelor of Arts from Business Management
09.2018 - 07.2021
Bar Manager
Sophie's Steakhouse/Jack Solomons Club
03.2018 - Current
Supervisor Manager
Sophie’s Steakhouse and Bar (Chelsea)
03.2018 - 10.2021
Bartender
Hippodrome Casino
10.2017 - 02.2018
Bar Supervisor
The O Bar
03.2015 - 01.2017
Andrei Saguna University
Bachelor of Arts from Law and Business Administration
09.2009 - 06.2012
Mihai Nigel