SABARI PILLAI
Hollywood,United States
Summary
An outstanding hospitality professional with the principles of integrity & Team work combined with motivation for Recognition , Innovation & Continuous growth and improvement with career record of achieving set goals within parameters of cost, quality,profitability, effective resource utilization and maintaining excellent guest service skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Bartender
CONRAD FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
05.2019 - Current
- Responsible for running all aspects of Atlas cocktail lounge & Pool bar focusing on cleanliness, proper stocking,set up, inventory procedures and exceptional customer service.
- Responsible for cocktail program for Atlas cocktail lounge & Pool bar working closely with the management.
- Implement standard operating procedures to run smooth operation of the cocktail lounge and the pool bar with very minimal manager involvement.
- Oversee the preparation of beverages and ensure quality of product served.
- Conduct training for the bar team.
- Maintaining the principle of responsible drinking with the team for the safety of the guests.
- Responsible for proper cash handling and adhering to hotel accounting regulation.
- Working with the management in coordinating & planning for events.
Bartender
CONRAD FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Ensuring a smooth flow and continuity maintenance of high standard, maintain good guest and staff relations in order to promote the image of the organization.
- Deliver excellent guest service, at all times.
- Execute daily operations of inventory set-up,checklist review, and station cleanliness.
- Plan, organize, and control the operations of cocktail lounge & pool bar.
- Ensure all the stocks are stocked up according to par level.
Head Bartender
Celebrity Cruises
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Directs , coach, support and supervise the performance of bartenders, bar servers and bar utilities, as well as overseeing the bars and lounges assigned by the bar managers.
- Uses a hands-on approach working directly with bar staff during busy hours, as well as providing coverage during meal hours using complete knowledge of bar tending and wine service techniques and fundamentals.
- Conducts on-the-job training to develop and motivate individuals to reach their highest potential.
- Identifies expense reductions, analyzes operational issues and attend training, meetings and work related activities.
- Responsible to perform in accordance with celebrity cruises pillars of safety, service and style, must be physically able to participate in life saving drills,safety activities and trainings.
Bartender
Celebrity Cruises
11.2013 - 04.2014
Bartender
Madinat Jumeirah Resort
03.2012 - 08.2013
Bar Captain
THE LEELA KEMPINSKI KOVALAM BEACH
01.2010 - 08.2011
Guest Service Associate
THE LEELA KEMPINSKI KOVALAM BEACH
02.2007 - 04.2009
Education
CERTIFICATION - Wine Steward
Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
DUBAI, UAE2013
CERTIFICATION - Bartending
Indian Institute of Bartending
TAMIL NADU, INDIA2012
DIPLOMA - Hotel Management
KITCO Institute of Hotel Management
KERALA, INDIA2007
Skills
- Creative Mixology
- Wine and Liquor Knowledge
- Hospitality Service Expertise
- Handling Difficult Customers
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Staff Training
- Banquet Events
- Bar Menu Planning
- Team Training and Development
- Quality Control
- Inventory Management
- Order Management
- HACCP
- Servsafe
Timeline
Lead Bartender
CONRAD FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
05.2019 - Current
Bartender
CONRAD FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
09.2017 - 05.2019
Head Bartender
Celebrity Cruises
06.2014 - 01.2017
Bartender
Celebrity Cruises
11.2013 - 04.2014
Bartender
Madinat Jumeirah Resort
03.2012 - 08.2013
Bar Captain
THE LEELA KEMPINSKI KOVALAM BEACH
01.2010 - 08.2011
Guest Service Associate
THE LEELA KEMPINSKI KOVALAM BEACH
02.2007 - 04.2009
CERTIFICATION - Wine Steward
Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
CERTIFICATION - Bartending
Indian Institute of Bartending
DIPLOMA - Hotel Management
KITCO Institute of Hotel Management
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