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MUSTAFA BURAK BAYINDIR

West New York,NJ

Summary

Supervised multiple teams and effectively performed office administration, customer service, and sales responsibilities. Always handling multiple tasks and responsibilities, and developing team members. With 6 years of experience providing desired service to customers.

Talented Server bringing skills in order management, payment processing and upselling. Stay current on menu items and consistently offer targeted recommendations to meet individual customer needs. Knowledgeable about handling special dietary requirements and general food safety standards.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

BUSSER

BANC CAFE
11.2024 - Current
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins, and cleaning spills.

Barback

BAR BONOBO
09.2024 - Current
  • Learned how to make wide variety of mixed drinks.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
  • Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
  • Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
  • Delivered food to customers at bar and tables.
  • Coordinated with servers and bartenders to maintain smooth operation of bar area.

Busser

CASK BAR
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.

Team Leader

NY BAKERY AND DESSERTS
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.

Bartender

MO'S STEAKHOUSE
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.

Service Bartender

TAZA RESTAURANT
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.

Bartender

THE COCK AND BULL
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.

Server

SEA RESORT HOTEL
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.

Server

HATCH RESTAURANT
06.2018 - 12.2018
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.

Education

Business Administration -

Selcuk University
Konya,Turkey
09.2021

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Restaurant experience
  • Communication skills
  • Food service
  • Time management
  • Leadership
  • Bilingual
  • Table reset
  • Turning tables
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Positive attitude

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

BUSSER

BANC CAFE
11.2024 - Current

Busser

CASK BAR
10.2024 - 02.2025

Barback

BAR BONOBO
09.2024 - Current

Team Leader

NY BAKERY AND DESSERTS
03.2024 - 09.2024

Bartender

MO'S STEAKHOUSE
06.2023 - 05.2024

Service Bartender

TAZA RESTAURANT
11.2022 - 03.2023

Bartender

THE COCK AND BULL
03.2022 - 12.2022

Server

SEA RESORT HOTEL
05.2021 - 09.2021

Server

HATCH RESTAURANT
06.2018 - 12.2018

Business Administration -

Selcuk University
MUSTAFA BURAK BAYINDIR