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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
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Klevis Salija

Brooklyn,NY
Klevis Salija

Summary

Winner of the bartender competition and awarded as best bartender in bay ridge brooklyn 2024.

Dynamic bartender with a proven track record at Casa Cipriani, excelling in mixology and customer service. Recognized for creating innovative cocktails and fostering a welcoming atmosphere, I effectively managed inventory and staff while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A reliable team player, I consistently delivered exceptional experiences that boosted customer loyalty.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Casa Cipriani

Bartender
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Educated customers on drink options, making personalized recommendations based on preferences or dietary restrictions.

Empire Steakhouse

Bartender
09.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.

Baci Restaurante

Bar Manager
09.2019 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Guided new hires in beverage preparation processes, promoting items effectively while ensuring compliance with sanitation guidelines.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.

Education

Agriculture University of Tirana
Tirane Albania

Forest Engineering
06.2016

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Outgoing personality
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Professional appearance
  • Food running
  • Mixology

Certification

Food and drinks certificates

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Professional Working

Timeline

Bartender

Casa Cipriani
01.2023 - Current

Bartender

Empire Steakhouse
09.2022 - 01.2023

Bar Manager

Baci Restaurante
09.2019 - 07.2022

Agriculture University of Tirana

Forest Engineering

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