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SYED AMIR HAMZA

New York,NY

Summary

Experienced Bartender with 7 years working in a bar and a restaurant with a solid background in food service. Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service that has resulted in repeat customers and increased revenue for the restaurants. Remains calm and poised in fast-paced environments. Prepared to handle high-volume service situations. Strives to meet customer needs, drive satisfaction, and promote long-term loyalty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Jean Georges Restaurant
08.2025 - Current
  • Crafted innovative cocktails using high-quality ingredients and seasonal flavors.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing guest experience through personalized interactions.
  • Maintained bar cleanliness and organization, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Trained new staff on drink preparation techniques and effective customer engagement strategies.

Head Bartender

Artesanos
01.2023 - Current
  • Memorized menu additions, changes, and limited offerings and answered questions regarding dietary restrictions and nutrition information.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Upsold customers from shelves to premium brands to help boost sales.

Bartender/Server

ILPORTO RISTORANTE & WOOD FIRED PIZZA
08.2018 - Current
  • Prepared and served food and beverages to customers.
  • Prepared beverages and cocktails according to mixing and presentation standards and recipes.
  • Inventoried supplies regularly to ensure adequate stock levels for peak hours of operation.

Server Shift Leader

CHABBA PALACE
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Developed creative strategies for increasing sales volume through cross-selling techniques.
  • Monitored server performance to ensure quality standards were met consistently.

Barback

FRITES AND MEATS
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • Assisted in setting up and stocking bars for events and functions.
  • Prepared garnishes to accompany drinks as requested.
  • Performed opening duties such as setting up glassware, restocking supplies, preparing garnishes, and pre-batching cocktails.
  • Assisted bartenders with mixing drinks and serving customers.

Education

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY, US
05.2019

Bachelor of Science (B.S) - undefined

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ, US
05.2015

Skills

  • High Volume Organization
  • Improving Communication
  • Mixology 101
  • Multitasking Customer Transactions

Timeline

Bartender

Jean Georges Restaurant
08.2025 - Current

Head Bartender

Artesanos
01.2023 - Current

Bartender/Server

ILPORTO RISTORANTE & WOOD FIRED PIZZA
08.2018 - Current

Server Shift Leader

CHABBA PALACE
08.2017 - 05.2018

Barback

FRITES AND MEATS
08.2015 - 05.2016

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) - Business Administration

Brooklyn College

Bachelor of Science (B.S) - undefined

Rider University