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Malika Iskakova

Miami

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with extensive experience at Casa Marina Key West, excelling in outstanding customer service and advanced cocktail knowledge. Proven ability to boost bar revenue through effective upselling and maintain high satisfaction levels by fostering warm guest relationships. Adaptable team player with strong multitasking skills and a commitment to cleanliness and organization.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Guest Bartender

Private Events
08.2018 - Current
  • Demonstrated versatility by adapting quickly to varied customer requests, skillfully crafting both classic cocktails and inventive creations alike.
  • Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and engaging in friendly conversations.
  • Boosted bar revenue with effective upselling techniques and promoting specialty drinks.
  • Trained new team members on bar procedures, drink recipes, and customer service standards, resulting in better overall performance.

Server

Old Town Mexican Cafe
04.2014 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.

Bartender

Old Town Mexican Cafe & Tequila Bar
04.2014 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Server

Casa Marina Key West, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
04.2013 - 04.2015

Taking Orders: "Accurately and efficiently took food and beverage orders, ensuring customer satisfaction”

Serving Food and Beverages: "Served food and beverages promptly and accurately, anticipating guest needs“

Ensuring Satisfaction: "Ensured customer satisfaction by checking in with guests and addressing their needs”

  • Menu Knowledge: "Demonstrated strong knowledge of the menu, including dishes, ingredients, and preparation methods".
  • Order Accuracy: "Maintained a high level of accuracy in taking and delivering orders".
  • Coordination with Kitchen: "Effectively communicated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment".

Education

Foreign Languages - Foreign Languages And Literatures

Eurasian National University Named After Gumilyev
Astana
06.2012

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Team player attitude
  • Adaptable to change
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Food pairing
  • Advanced cocktail knowledge
  • Inventory management proficiency
  • Special event coordination
  • Foreign language skills
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Work area cleanliness
  • Alcohol safety awareness
  • Cleanliness and organization

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual
Kazakh
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Guest Bartender

Private Events
08.2018 - Current

Server

Old Town Mexican Cafe
04.2014 - Current

Bartender

Old Town Mexican Cafe & Tequila Bar
04.2014 - Current

Server

Casa Marina Key West, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
04.2013 - 04.2015

Foreign Languages - Foreign Languages And Literatures

Eurasian National University Named After Gumilyev
Malika Iskakova