Ovidiu Timofte
Ocean City,MD
Summary
Skilled Food and Beverage professional with strong background in restaurant, bar, catering and event serving. Prepares garnishes and sets up bars for special events. Advanced mixology knowledge, including craft cocktails and signature drinks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Bartender
Grand Catering
09.2023 - Current
- Set up glassware, liquor, and other necessary supplies for special events.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing exceptional bartending services and maintaining a clean, organized bar area.
- Assisted in menu planning and drink selection for themed events, resulting in unique experiences for clients and their guests.
- Prepared wide variety of mixed drinks by applying extensive cocktail knowledge.
Bartender
EPIC Bar
06.2023 - Current
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Server
Grand Terrace
06.2023 - Current
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Bartender Shift Manager
LITTLEHANOI TOV S.R.L.
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Improved customer satisfaction by delivering prompt and efficient service during busy shifts.
- Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food, and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
Server
SIMI-DOM S.R.L.
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Increased table turnover rate by efficiently managing orders and ensuring timely delivery of meals.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive and personalized service during busy shifts.
- Managed cash transactions accurately with attention to detail, minimizing discrepancies in daily reports.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Education
No Degree - Marketing
"Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University
Iasi, RomaniaGED -
Economic Administrative College
Iasi, Romania06.2020
Skills
- Liquor Law Compliance
- Making mixed drinks
- Drink Preparation
- Patience and Tolerance
- Food safety understanding
- High-volume dining
- Reliable and Responsible
- Adaptable and Flexible
Timeline
Banquet Bartender
Grand Catering
09.2023 - Current
Bartender
EPIC Bar
06.2023 - Current
Server
Grand Terrace
06.2023 - Current
Bartender Shift Manager
LITTLEHANOI TOV S.R.L.
10.2022 - 06.2023
Server
SIMI-DOM S.R.L.
04.2019 - 06.2022
No Degree - Marketing
"Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University
GED -
Economic Administrative College
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