NIKOLA BLACK
Pompano Beach,FL
Summary
Bartender with 10+ years in high-end hospitality and event service. Skilled in crafting refined guest experiences, custom cocktails, and high-volume service. Known for attention to detail, professionalism, and consistency under pressure.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Pier Sixty-Six
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11.2024 - Current
- - Provided elevated service in a luxury hotel setting
- - Created consistent high-quality cocktails
- - Mentored junior bar staff
Event Bartender
Paradise Prosecco
Fort Lauderdale, FL
09.2018 - Current
- - Executed events for up to 500 guests
- - Customized themed cocktail menus
- - Built client relationships for repeat bookings
Bartender
Shooters Waterfront
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.2020 - 01.2024
- - Served 200+ daily guests in high-volume venue
- - Delivered efficient, high-quality service
- - Streamlined bar operations
Bartender
Bsquare
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11.2018 - 08.2020
- - Developed signature cocktails
- - Trained new staff
- - Managed inventory control
Bartender
Tuscan Grill
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11.2017 - 12.2019
- - Delivered fine-dining bar service
- - Recommended wine and cocktail pairings
Bartender
Melbas Nightclub
Gold Coast, Australia
09.2016 - 09.2017
- - Served 500+ guests/night
- - Built loyal guest relationships
Bartender Intern
Holiday Inn Hotels
Miami Beach, FL
05.2015 - 06.2016
- - Supported F&B operations and POS use
- - Delivered guest service in hotel bar
Education
Master of Security Management -
University of Security Management
Slovakia09.2013
Skills
Cocktail crafting and bartending
VIP service and upselling
POS operation and inventory management
Staff training and compliance
Certification
ServSafe Alcohol - SafeStaff & ServSafe Food Handler
Timeline
Bartender
Pier Sixty-Six
11.2024 - Current
Bartender
Shooters Waterfront
10.2020 - 01.2024
Bartender
Bsquare
11.2018 - 08.2020
Event Bartender
Paradise Prosecco
09.2018 - Current
Bartender
Tuscan Grill
11.2017 - 12.2019
Bartender
Melbas Nightclub
09.2016 - 09.2017
Bartender Intern
Holiday Inn Hotels
05.2015 - 06.2016
Master of Security Management -
University of Security Management
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