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OMAR ALHONI

PORTLAND

Summary

I've been in the restaurant industry for more than 20 years. I've held nearly every position including Busser, Server, Bartender, Bar manager etc. I have experience in multiple tiers of service from fine dining to casual tiki bar. My balance of professionalism and genuine friendly service has been the recipe for a tremendous amount of success in the restaurant industry.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender/Server

Schlafly Bottleworks
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Was frequently complimented by customers for going above and beyond my normal responsibilities.
  • Double-checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
  • Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
  • Performed opening, closing, and shift change duties with precision to keep the restaurant running smoothly and ready to meet all customer needs.

Bartender/Server

Salty's on the Columbia River
03.2018 - 04.2020
  • Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
  • Took customer orders and communicated them to kitchen staff while making drinks for up to 50 nightly customers.
  • Struck up a friendly conversation with guests in order to establish rapport and encourage repeat business.

Bartender

Coach's Bar & Grill
10.2015 - 02.2018
  • I'm in charge of taking to-go orders and answering customer calls.
  • Stock the bar with beer, wine, and liquor, as well as ice, glassware, and napkins.
  • I'm responsible for keeping the bar area stocked and clean, taking orders, and making drinks while conversing with customers.
  • Work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment with lots of distractions and interruptions.

Education

High School - undefined

Corbett Elementary-Middle High School
Corbett, OR
01.1996

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, OR
01.1999

OLCC Certification - undefined

Food Handler's Card - undefined

Skills

  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Menu memorization
  • Order accuracy
  • High-volume dining
  • Food sales and promotion
  • Beverage preparation
  • Food and beverage pairings
  • Daily specials memorization

Timeline

Bartender/Server

Schlafly Bottleworks
02.2022 - 12.2022

Bartender/Server

Salty's on the Columbia River
03.2018 - 04.2020

Bartender

Coach's Bar & Grill
10.2015 - 02.2018

High School - undefined

Corbett Elementary-Middle High School

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Mt. Hood Community College

OLCC Certification - undefined

Food Handler's Card - undefined