Christos Thanos
Coral Gables,FL
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Tur Kitchen
Coral Gables, FL
01.2024 - 07.2024
Bar Manager
Kuba Cabana
Doral, FL
03.2023 - 10.2023
Bar Manager
Calle 23
Coral Gables, FL
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
- Monitored the performance of bartenders to ensure that all customers received prompt service in a courteous manner.
- Conducted weekly team meetings to discuss upcoming events, promotions and menu changes.
- Managed day-to-day operations including opening and closing duties, scheduling shifts for employees, cash handling procedures and payroll processing.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding quality of food or beverage service in a timely manner.
- Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
- Enforced safety regulations and ensured proper sanitation practices were followed by all employees.
- Negotiated purchase agreements with vendors to obtain best pricing on supplies.
- Reviewed monthly sales reports to identify areas of improvement and growth opportunities.
- Analyzed financial data such as costs associated with labor efficiency, waste reduction and cost control initiatives.
- Coordinated with chefs on food pairings for cocktails or beer selections.
- Assisted with planning special events such as wine tastings or cocktail parties.
- Developed drink recipes and menus to meet customer preferences while optimizing profitability.
- Ordered and maintained an adequate supply of alcoholic beverages, glassware, garnishes, ice, napkins, straws and other items needed for drinks.
- Prepared detailed reports on daily sales figures to track trends in customer preferences.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
- Increased profits by overseeing inventory and strategically increasing menu prices.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
- Reorganized bar stations to streamline service flow.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
Server
Copper 29
Coral Gables, FL
12.2018 - 02.2021
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Assisted in training new servers.
Bartender
Sp Hospitality
Coral Gables, FL
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
Education
Automechanic Barcelor
EPAL
Amfissa Greece07-2016
Skills
- Sales Promotion
- Inventory Management
- Responsible Alcohol Service
- Cost Control
- Bar Management
- Health codes compliance
- Staff Training
Custom
- For recommendations you can call
- Alexandros Kassar GM Copper 29 and Calle 23 6467522453
- Luca Delogu GM Turo Kitchen 7866933110
Timeline
Bar Manager
Tur Kitchen
01.2024 - 07.2024
Bar Manager
Kuba Cabana
03.2023 - 10.2023
Bar Manager
Calle 23
02.2021 - 02.2023
Server
Copper 29
12.2018 - 02.2021
Bartender
Sp Hospitality
11.2017 - 11.2018
Automechanic Barcelor
EPAL