Gareth A.R. Forbes
340 Vining's Way Blvd, Destin,FL
Summary
Professional hospitality expert with proven skills in mixing and serving beverages, managing bar inventory, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving high-quality results. Skilled in providing exceptional service, handling high-pressure situations, and maintaining clean and organized workspace. Known for reliability, flexibility, and creating positive experiences for patrons.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Sandestin Gulf and Beach Resort
01.2024 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
First Service Residential
04.2023 - 03.2025
Bartender
Poppies Crazy Lobster
03.2024 - 09.2024
Housekeeping Manager
Candlewood Suites
01.2022 - 01.2023
Owner/Manager
Extreme Automotive Repair
01.2020 - 01.2022
Head Bartender
Naia Resort & Spa
01.2018 - 01.2020
Island Manager
The Enclave
01.2018 - 12.2018
Waitor/Bartender/Guest Concierge
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Resort
01.2012 - 12.2017
Farming
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Growing crops and rearing animals
Field Supervisor
Sugar Company of Jamaica
01.2007 - 12.2009
Book Keeper
Trade Winds Citus Company
01.2003 - 12.2005
Education
Hospitality Course 2010 -
Sandals Resort And Beaches Negril Jamaica
Certificate of General Agriculture 1999-2002 -
Elim Agricultural School
Elim District, Braes River P.O, St. ElizabethSchool Leaving Certificate 1997-1999 -
Abert Town High School
Albert Town P.O, TrelawnySchool Leaving Certificate 1988-1997 -
Low River Primary And Junior High
Lorrimers P.O, TrelawnySkills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Clear and effective communication
- Outgoing personality
Organizations Associations
- Public Relation Officer, The Leo Club, 2001-2002
- Peer Counselor, Elim Agricultural School, 2002-2002
- Member, of Inter School Christian Fellowship, 2000-2002
Awards Citations
Caribbean Broiler Association Award, for first place achievement in the Chicken Rearing Competition, 01/01/03
REFERENCES
Kevin Parchment
Immediate Supervisor
First Service Residential
9800 Grand Sandestin
Miramar Beach Florida
Tel: (850) 737-1599
John Gay
Senior Manager
Sandestin Banquet
9700 Grand Sandestin
Miramar Beach Florida
Tel: (863) 242-7022
Timeline
Bartender
Poppies Crazy Lobster
03.2024 - 09.2024
Bartender
Sandestin Gulf and Beach Resort
01.2024 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
First Service Residential
04.2023 - 03.2025
Housekeeping Manager
Candlewood Suites
01.2022 - 01.2023
Owner/Manager
Extreme Automotive Repair
01.2020 - 01.2022
Head Bartender
Naia Resort & Spa
01.2018 - 01.2020
Island Manager
The Enclave
01.2018 - 12.2018
Waitor/Bartender/Guest Concierge
Sleeping Giant Rainforest Resort
01.2012 - 12.2017
Farming
01.2009 - 12.2011
Field Supervisor
Sugar Company of Jamaica
01.2007 - 12.2009
Book Keeper
Trade Winds Citus Company
01.2003 - 12.2005
Hospitality Course 2010 -
Sandals Resort And Beaches Negril Jamaica
Certificate of General Agriculture 1999-2002 -
Elim Agricultural School
School Leaving Certificate 1997-1999 -
Abert Town High School
School Leaving Certificate 1988-1997 -
Low River Primary And Junior High
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