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ARTEM NIKOLOV

Seattle,WA

Summary

Hospitality professional with 8+ years of international experience across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. Strong background in high-volume service, catering events, private clubs, and luxury hospitality.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

The Collective – Private Club & Public Space
USA
11.2024 - Current
  • Provide professional cocktail service
  • Perform efficiently in high-volume environments
  • Build guest rapport and repeat patron satisfaction
  • Crafted unique cocktails and beverages, enhancing guest experience through personalized service.

Lead Bartender

Gourmondo Catering
USA
06.2024 - Current
  • Lead bar operations for high-end catered events
  • Execute classic and signature cocktails
  • Supervise bar staff during large-scale events
  • Manage bar setup, breakdown, and logistics

Bar Supervisor

Emerald Hotel
Budapest, Hungary
04.2023 - 03.2024
  • Ensured service excellence by supervising daily bar operations and quality standards.
  • Streamlined inventory management, restocking supplies and ordering essential beverages efficiently.
  • Enhanced customer service by training staff on beverage preparation techniques.

Head Bartender

Roka
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
08.2021 - 03.2023
  • Enhanced bar efficiency by managing daily operations and shift schedules.
  • Trained junior bartenders on cocktail preparation and customer engagement practices.
  • Supervised bar staff to maintain high service standards and team performance.
  • Developed training materials for bartenders to improve skill levels and service.
  • Implemented inventory control measures, reducing waste and optimizing supply costs.

Head Mixologist

Private UHNW Household
Abu Dhabi, UAE
12.2017 - 01.2021
  • Established efficient pre-opening bar setup by developing comprehensive SOPs.
  • Created bespoke beverage menus, enhancing guest experience and brand uniqueness.
  • Optimized inventory management, securing high-value stock and reducing wastage.
  • Introduced seasonal cocktail menus, aligning with industry trends and preferences.

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Menu memorization
  • Beverage preparation

Languages

English (Advanced)
Russian (Native)

Timeline

Bartender

The Collective – Private Club & Public Space
11.2024 - Current

Lead Bartender

Gourmondo Catering
06.2024 - Current

Bar Supervisor

Emerald Hotel
04.2023 - 03.2024

Head Bartender

Roka
08.2021 - 03.2023

Head Mixologist

Private UHNW Household
12.2017 - 01.2021
ARTEM NIKOLOV