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Hi, I’m
Zbyszko Łabuz
Reykjavik
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, time management and problem-solving skills.
Work History
Wierzynek RestaurantCracow
Bartender
2018.01 - 2019.10 (1 education.year_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Developed specialty drinks to work with menu changes, sustaining customer interest and solid bar revenue.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Managed bar at special events, leading team in providing coordinated service for weddings, business meetings and social gatherings.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Solon BistroReykjavik
Bartender
2021.05 - 2021.10 (5 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Héðinn Kitchen & BarReykjavik
Bartender
2021.10 - 2023.05 (1 education.year_Label & 7 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Education
Boghdan Janski HighschoolCracow
High School Diploma
2009.09 - 2012.05 (2 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)
Skills
Inventory
Highly reliable
Handling difficult customers
Cash register operation
Ordering procedures
Sales expertise
Staff Management
Fluency in English
Fluency in Polish
Negotiation
Client Service
Relationship building
Alcohol product knowledge
Upselling
Interests
Solo and groups traveling
Non-fiction literature