Jim Kauffman
Bartender
Berlin
Summary
I am an experienced, enthusiastic, and hardworking bartender with a keen eye for details and cleanliness. I possess extensive knowledge in stocking and ordering, ensuring a seamless workflow and exceptional customer service. With a passion for hospitality and a commitment to creating a memorable experience for the customer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Head Bartender
The Hoxton Charlottenburg
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Gained significant experience in handling high-demand guests and creating specialized cocktails from memory
- Managed orders and inventory for the hotel bar.
Head Bartender
Grote Markt Den Haag
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Overseeing day-to-day operations of the bar
- Providing guidance to the bar staff and training new hires
- Managing bar inventory, including ordering
and replenishing supplies as well as conducting regular inventory stocking. - Developing an innovative beverage menu with a focus on changing craft beers and
cocktails. - Maintaining general cleanliness and ensuring compliance to HACCP standards
Runner/Waiter/Bartender
Grote Markt Den Haag
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Worked in a fast-paced restaurant environment in various positions
- Ensured ideal customer satisfaction and gained in-depth product knowledge and upselling skills.
- Applying solution oriented thinking to day to day issues on the
work floow
Various part-time jobs
Various Employers
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Worked as a tutor, private babysitter, and in delivery, developing a range of practical and soft skills.
Education
Lower General Secondary Education -
Christelijk College De Populier
09.2014 - 05.2018
Secondary Vocational Education - undefined
ROC Mondriaan
09.2018 - 05.2021
Skills
Team Management
Inventory and Cost Control
Compliance and Safety
Customer Service
Menu development
Bar Equipment Maintenance
Certification
Licensed Emergency Responder
Timeline
Licensed Cicerone Beer Server
01-2024
Head Bartender
The Hoxton Charlottenburg
08.2023 - 03.2024
Licensed Emergency Responder
07-2023
Head Bartender
Grote Markt Den Haag
01.2022 - 08.2023
Runner/Waiter/Bartender
Grote Markt Den Haag
09.2019 - 12.2021
Secondary Vocational Education - undefined
ROC Mondriaan
09.2018 - 05.2021
Various part-time jobs
Various Employers
01.2016 - 09.2019
Lower General Secondary Education -
Christelijk College De Populier
09.2014 - 05.2018