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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Sports
Creativeendeavours
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Interests
Music production
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Youssef Mohammad

Bartender
Munich

Summary

Creative Bar Manager and Bartender with over five years of experience in distinguished bars, restaurants, and hospitality venues,Skilled in developing creative drinks, training teams.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Bartender

Amazonas Paolo's Kitchen and Bar
Munich
11.2024 - Current
  • Guided team members with limited Bar experience, improving service quality through training and consistent feedback
  • Maintained bar operations with an emphasis on hygiene protocols and efficient service
  • Addressed operational challenges and reducing guest wait times by 70%

Bar Manager

Kono Korean Steak House
Munich
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Played role in establishing the bar and setup post-construction and preparing for opening
  • Designing a modern Korean bar concept, crafting signature cocktails inspired by Korean ingredients
  • Increasing sales and minimizing waste through innovative marketing strategies
  • Designed and implemented structured training programs for beginner bartenders, enhancing service
  • Inventory management and reducing waste and maintaining cost efficiency

Bar Manager

The Bellezza Group - Supernova
Munich
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Reducing beverage costs from 21% to 17% while optimizing workflows to enhance efficiency and guest satisfaction
  • Focused on refining the most popular drinks and developing non-alcoholic cocktails, leading to an increase in orders from diverse clientele
  • Developed menus that increased guest satisfaction, offering a balanced selection of classics and innovative beverages
  • Led a team of 5 bartenders, providing role-specific coaching to ensure excellence in drink preparation and personalized guest interactions in high demand restaurant

Bar Manager

Couch Club
Munich
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Specialized in gin and tonic pairings with over 140 varieties, curating personalized gin recommendations to meet diverse guest preferences
  • Partnered with collaborators to upsell premium products, driving increased revenue
  • Establishing streamlined bar processes and collaborative team culture to improve overall service efficiency
  • Crafted personalized gin experiences by understanding guest preferences, creating satisfying visits

Bar Manager

Casa Nostra
Munich
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Developed the core beverage menu for a modern Italian eatery, blending classical recipes with innovative twists
  • Successfully implemented the 'Drink of the Week,' resulting in a boost in seasonal drink sales
  • Attracted a loyal clientele of cocktail enthusiasts by creating unique storytelling experiences around signature drinks and providing service to meet individual preferences
  • Leveraged inventory strategies to reduce surplus house wines, transforming unused stock into revenue

Bartender

Hilton Munich Park - Peoples Bar
Munich
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Developed advanced knowledge of spirits through masterclasses with distinguished brands like Louis XIII Cognac and Monkey 47 Gin
  • Delivered high-standard service across bar, room service, and banquet departments, earning recognition through Hilton's 'Catch Me at My Best' program
  • Achieved the highest team sales volume for premium spirits, including the Rum and whisky premium collection
  • Maintained operational continuity during the pandemic, adhering to complex regulations and ensuring guest satisfaction

Education

High School Diploma - Abitur

Ministry of Agriculture, Syria
Damascus ,Syria
09.2013 - 06.2014

Skills

Creative mixology

Team player attitude

Patience and tolerance

Beverage preparation

Leadership & Team Development

Problem-solving abilities

Suggestive selling

Problem-solving abilities

Certification

Hygiene and Safety Management Certification

Sports

Former Handball National Team Player, Syrian National Team (01/01/11 - 08/31/14)

Creativeendeavours

Passionate combining and creating elements in Music production and festival planning into hospitality, designing unique guest experiences and personalizing drinks to align with their tastes.

Software

Digital audio workstations

Microsoft

Interests

Artworks , Psychology, Culinary art

Music production

Self-taught music producer with over 6 years of experience in creating, composing, and developing musical projects.

Timeline

Bartender

Amazonas Paolo's Kitchen and Bar
11.2024 - Current

Bar Manager

Kono Korean Steak House
11.2023 - 04.2024

Bar Manager

The Bellezza Group - Supernova
02.2023 - 10.2023

Bar Manager

Couch Club
10.2022 - 02.2023

Bar Manager

Casa Nostra
06.2021 - 03.2022

Bartender

Hilton Munich Park - Peoples Bar
08.2019 - 09.2020

High School Diploma - Abitur

Ministry of Agriculture, Syria
09.2013 - 06.2014
Hygiene and Safety Management Certification
Advanced Mixology and Bartending Techniques
Food Pairing and Recipe Development Workshops
Customer Service and Feedback Handling
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