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Khalil Cherqaoui

Orlando,FL

Summary

Dynamic Lead Bartender with a proven track record at The Ribbon, excelling in customer relations and signature drink creation. Known for enhancing guest experiences and driving sales through innovative beverage offerings. Adept at resolving customer complaints and fostering team collaboration, ensuring a memorable atmosphere for patrons.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Bartender

The Ribbon
New York, New York
03.2022 - 03.2025
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
  • Managed closing procedures such as counting money, balancing tills and reconciling receipts at end of shift.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by greeting and serving guests in a friendly, positive manner.
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Created signature beverages to increase revenue and patron loyalty.

BARTENDER

Walt Disney World
Orlando, FL
08.2015 - 02.2022
  • Assessed bar inventory and completed requisition sheets to restock supplies
  • Took beverages orders from guests and delivered drinks within reasonable time frames
  • Mixed and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to established recipes
  • Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction
  • Memorized menu to help diners make informed meal choices
  • Informed customers of daily specials

BARTENDER/SERVER

Disney Spring Paradiso37
Orlando, Florida
02.2015 - 12.2016
  • Greet customers and communicate with them to take their orders
  • Prepare and serve standard as well as custom made drinks
  • Take orders from the server and deliver the drinks
  • Introduce new drinks to the customers and ensure rise in sale
  • Educate customers with new drinks and food on the menu
  • Greeted and maintained relationships with regular customers
  • Engaged in small talk and jokes with clientele in order to build a rapport and ensure that they became repeat customers

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

REGENT UNIVERSITY
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2021

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - BUSINESS ADMIN

VALENCIA COLLEGE
Orlando, FL

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Signature drink creation
  • Employee Training
  • Teamwork
  • Resolving Customer Complaints
  • Entertaining Personality
  • Knowledge of Craft Beer and Wine
  • Alcoholic and Non-Alcohol Drinks
  • Responsible alcohol service

Languages

  • French, Fluent
  • Portuguese, Fluent
  • Spanish, Advanced

Timeline

Lead Bartender

The Ribbon
03.2022 - 03.2025

BARTENDER

Walt Disney World
08.2015 - 02.2022

BARTENDER/SERVER

Disney Spring Paradiso37
02.2015 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

REGENT UNIVERSITY

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - BUSINESS ADMIN

VALENCIA COLLEGE
Khalil Cherqaoui