SIMPHIWE NYEMBE
Florida
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Boca West Country Club, excelling in event coordination and beverage preparation. Proven track record in inventory management and customer engagement, ensuring compliance and enhancing guest relations. Adept at creating high-quality cocktails and leading teams to deliver exceptional service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Lead Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
Boca Raton
10.2024 - Current
- Oversaw service for VIP guests to enhance their dining experience and satisfaction
- Making cocktails and serving wine to members and clients
- Setting up, cleaning and maintaining a bar
- Tracked bar product consumption to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize shortages
- Leading setup and breakdown of events for service
- Coordinated equipment relocation pre- and post-service to ensure efficient event transitions
- Liaison with higher management for event planning
Bartender
Cliffhouse Maine
Cape Neddick
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest experiences.
- Guided guests on drink options and menu items to enhance their dining experience.
- Prepared and mixed a variety of beverages for customers.
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of bar area to create welcoming environment for guests.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to synchronize food and drink orders.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in bar operations.
- Oversaw guests' alcohol consumption levels to promote responsible drinking and ensure compliance with regulations.
Lead Bartender
Shelter Harbor Golf Club
Charlestown
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Leading setup of bar for events and restaurant service
- Preparation of fresh juices and garnishes for bar service
- Knowledge of alcohol pairing, taste and understanding drink ingredients for fast service
- Preparing high quality cocktails to members, clients and employees at service bar
- Developed and introduced new cocktails to enhance drink menu offerings
- Collaborated with higher management on strategic bar planning
- Managed inventory and restocked bar to ensure seamless restaurant service
- Ensuring compliance with liquor license and health inspection
Banquet Lead Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
Fort Lauderdale
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Overseeing the serving of high-level guests
- Prepared cocktails and drinks for members and clients, enhancing their overall experience
- Setting up, cleaning and maintaining a bar
- Monitored product consumption at bar to maintain supply
- Led setup of events for service, ensuring all details met guest expectations
- Coordinated equipment movement pre- and post-service to maintain operational flow
- Liaison with higher management for event planning
Bartender
Thirst Bar Services
Johannesburg
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Leveraged knowledge of alcohol pairing and traditional drink recipes to enhance customer experience.
- Preparing high quality drinks to customers and employees at service bar
- Preparation and setup of bar prior to event
- Replenished bar supplies to support efficient service and minimize downtime.
- Maintained cleanliness of bar tools and equipment to ensure safe food handling and compliance.
- Managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies
- Collection and processing of customer payment
- Handle food orders directly from customers or the wait staff and inform customers of any specials.
- Ensure food and beverage compliance
Banquet Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
Boca Raton
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Setting up, cleaning and maintaining a bar
- Prepared a variety of drinks for members and clients.
- Tracked bar product consumption to optimize stock levels and prevent shortages.
- Serving guests during service including offering beverages
- Transported equipment efficiently between service areas to ensure smooth operations.
- Working with a team to manage service
- Setting up of events for service
Bartender
Ballard’s Beach Resort
Block Island
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Work directly with customers by mixing and serving drinks
- Demonstrated expertise in alcohol pairing and taste profiles to enhance customer experience
- Ensured customers met age requirements for alcohol service.
- Replenished bar inventory to ensure product availability for customers.
- Managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies
- Monitoring food and beverage compliance to maintain health and safety standards
- Processing payments for customers efficiently
- Handle food orders directly from customers or the wait staff and inform customers of any specials.
- Oversaw bar operations to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction
Banquet Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
Fort Lauderdale
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered drinks to guests during service, ensuring their satisfaction.
- Supported team in executing service tasks for seamless operations.
- Managed equipment logistics pre- and post-service to ensure operational readiness.
- Prepared event spaces to create inviting atmospheres for guests.
Cocktail Server
Ballard’s Beach Resort
Block Island
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Received and processed drink and food orders from customers
- Prepared cabanas for customer use prior to service
- Removed used items from the beach during service to maintain cleanliness and improve guest experience
- Executed cleanup of beach grounds post-service to ensure a tidy environment for future guests
Server Assistant (Ultra Fine Dinning)
Boca West Country Club
Boca Raton
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Greeted guests and arranged seating for a welcoming arrival experience
- Assisted with food orders and served dishes to guests, enhancing their dining experience
- Serving guest water and Amuse Bouche before appetizers
- Ensuring good table maintenance throughout the night
- Cleaning and busing tables throughout the night
- Prepared restaurant for efficient opening and closing procedures
- Prepared take-away orders for guests, ensuring quality and presentation
Education
Bachelor of Business Science - Accounting And Finance
Monash University
Roodepoort07-2013
Grade 12 -
Hyde Park High School
Johannesburg01-2009
Skills
- Beverage preparation
- Event coordination
- Customer engagement
- Guest relations
- Budget management
- Inventory management
- Compliance assurance
References
- Stefan Perez, Boca West Country Club, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, +1 561 488 6994, +1 850 766 5503
- Lander Ribeiro, Ballard’s Beach Inn, Block Island, Rhode Island, +1 401 466 2231, +1 772 563 7007
- Lorna, Thirst Bar Services, Sandton, Johannesburg, +27 11 444 9401, +27 79 888 0875
- Lindsay Colucci, Shelter Harbor Golf Club, Charlestown, Florida, +1 401 322 2180, +1 978 340 6776
Skype Id
simphiwe.nyembe
Personal Information
- Age: 34
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Bartender
Cliffhouse Maine
05.2025 - 10.2025
Banquet Lead Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
10.2024 - Current
Lead Bartender
Shelter Harbor Golf Club
05.2024 - 10.2024
Banquet Lead Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
10.2023 - 05.2024
Bartender
Thirst Bar Services
05.2023 - 10.2023
Banquet Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
10.2022 - 05.2023
Bartender
Ballard’s Beach Resort
05.2022 - 10.2022
Banquet Server and Bartender
Boca West Country Club
10.2021 - 05.2022
Cocktail Server
Ballard’s Beach Resort
05.2021 - 09.2021
Server Assistant (Ultra Fine Dinning)
Boca West Country Club
11.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Business Science - Accounting And Finance
Monash University
Grade 12 -
Hyde Park High School