Sagar Sarki
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic Beverage Department Head with extensive experience at Ppventure, excelling in beverage program management and menu development. Proven track record in optimizing inventory and enhancing customer experiences. Skilled in vendor negotiations and staff training, driving quality control measures to elevate service standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Beverage Department Head
Ppventure
Bangalore
04.2025 - Current
- Directed and managed all beverage operations, including inventory management, ordering, pricing, scheduling and staff training.
- Led major bar operations at the company, overseeing daily functions and staff management.
- Developed and implemented targeted beverage promotions that increased customer engagement and sales.
- Oversaw quality control for all beverage products served.
- Coordinated with suppliers to optimize product availability and maintain competitive pricing.
- Advised senior management on best practices to enhance beverage operation efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations related to food safety practices.
- Researched industry trends to determine potential opportunities for growth.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for purchasing beverages at discounted prices.
- Conducted regular performance appraisals of personnel to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented beverage menus aligned with customer preferences and budget goals.
- Analyzed customer feedback and designed programs to improve service delivery standards.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised staff in Beverage Department to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
Head Mixologist
The Ritz-Carlton
Pune
09.2022 - 07.2023
- In-charge of 5 major bar of the hotel.
- Trained, coached and mentored bartender on beverage preparation techniques and customer service best practices.
- Understands beverage control including days on hand, perpetual inventory, bar pars, portion control, costs controls, beverage potentials, mix of sales analysis for beverage, issue & returns, food standards, and period end inventory.
- Training of bartender with brands like Moet, Pernod, Diageo.
- Oversaw bar inventory valued at 1Cr.
- Establish relationships with vendors and negotiate contracts to ensure the quality and timely delivery of beverages.
- Monitor inventory levels and manage stock rotation to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
- Conduct regular tastings and training sessions to enhance the team's understanding of the beverage offerings.
- Menu Designing.
- Menu design for Banquet, Brunch, events.
- Organized Bar Academy within the property to promote in-house staff to become bartenders.
- Re-arrange Bar process.
- Promoting bartenders bar competition, vineyard tour.
- Taking interviews bartender.
- Staff management.
Bartender Executive
The Leela Bharitya City
Bengaluru
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented innovative recipes for signature cocktails.
- Created and maintained a comprehensive inventory of all alcoholic beverages and ingredients.
- Introduced inhouse wine with collaboration Grover wine for restaurant & Hotel wine.
- Made Beverage & Cocktails Menu of all 4 outlets.
- Working Closely with EAM F&B to set-up four bars of the hotel.
- Closely working Beverage Vendor with a good deal on the Beverage Training of staff & Bartenders.
- Maintaining Alcohol inventory.
Bartender
Ukiyo Modern
Pune
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Welcome and acknowledge all our guest as per Brand Standards.
- Training staff about new Cocktails and Liquors.
- Training staff about Cocktails and Liquors.
- Maintaining bar Stock as per par sheets.
- Taking Guest feedback of drinks and asking their preference.
- Weekly Liquor Inventory Maintaining reports of Bar.
- Weekly Liquor Inventory and monthly inventory.
- Check availability and non-availability.
- Experience in handling micros system and closing procedure.
- Done major events Pernord ricard, Diageo for promotion.
- Bar takeover events Tanqueray10, singleton, JW series.
Bartender
Thai Soul Restaurant
Kochi
04.2018 - 12.2020
- Welcome and acknowledge all our guest as per Brand Standards.
- Creating guest experience doing something new with Cocktails.
- Introducing my own Cocktail Every Weekend Brunch & Drunch theme.
- Training staff about new Cocktails and Liquors.
- Taking Guest feedback of drinks and asking their preference.
- Weekly Liquor Inventory Maintaining reports of Bar.
- Experience in handling micros system and closing procedure.
Food and Beverage Associate
Sheesh Mahal The Leela Palace
Udaipur
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Welcome and acknowledge all our guest as per Brand Standards.
- Barback in the Library Bar.
- Preparing Bar Mise-en-pla according to cocktails and Bar need.
- Morning breakfast set-up as per the occupancy.
- Food runner, Section holder.
- Set-up restaurant theme and Meal period.
- Started working as a bar back.
Head Mixologist (Head of Bars)
Sofitel Bahrain
09.2023 - 01.1970
- Pre-Opening restaurant Called Yamaz Restaurant & Bar.
- Beverage and Cocktails design.
- Setup Bar SOPs.
- Trained, coached and mentored bartender on beverage preparation techniques and customer service best practices.
- Oversaw daily operations of the bar including scheduling staff shifts according to business needs.
- Organized tasting sessions for customers to sample new cocktail creations before launching them on the menu.
- Understands beverage control including days on hand, perpetual inventory, bar pars, portion control, costs controls, beverage potentials, mix of sales analysis for beverage, issue & returns, food standards, and period end inventory.
- Establish relationships with vendors and negotiate contracts to ensure the quality and timely delivery of beverages.
- Collaborated with management team to identify opportunities for increased revenue through creative promotions or special offers related to drinks selection.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner by providing appropriate solutions or alternatives in a professional manner.
Beverage Manager
Luxury hotel
Jaipur, Rajasthan
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed and optimized beverage inventory to ensure availability and minimize waste.
- Developed and implemented beverage strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and align with organizational goals.
- Create and update beverage menus, incorporating current trends and seasonal offerings.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant alcohol regulations and responsible service practices.
- Train and mentor bar staff to maintain high standards of service and product knowledge.
- Collaborate with the Food & Beverage team to enhance overall dining experiences.
- Analyzed sales data and customer feedback to identify improvement opportunities and inform beverage offerings.
- Implement and maintain quality control measures for all beverage products.
- Oversee bar equipment maintenance and cleanliness standards.
- Develop and manage relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Participate in budgeting and financial planning for the beverage department.
- Stay informed about industry trends and introduce innovative concepts to keep our offerings fresh and exciting.
Education
Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality - Tourism
Avenue
Shillong, Meghalaya06-2016
HSC -
N.N.H.S.S
Shillong, Meghalaya06-2015
Skills
- Beverage program management
- Menu development
- Quality control measures
- Inventory optimization
- Cost management
- Customer experience enhancement
- Staff training
- Vendor negotiations
- Team leadership
- Beverage pricing
- Inventory management
- Cost control
- Drink menu development
Accomplishments
• Top World-Class Bartender
• Top 100 World-Class Bartender Compilation 2021
• Top Bar Mashup
• Top 25 Absolut Bar Mashup Compilation 2020
• Top 100 World-Class Bartender Compilation 2021
• Top Bar Mashup
• Top 25 Absolut Bar Mashup Compilation 2020
Training
Big Banyan wine
Personal Information
Title: Beverage Manager
Timeline
Beverage Department Head
Ppventure
04.2025 - Current
Beverage Manager
Luxury hotel
06.2024 - 04.2025
Head Mixologist (Head of Bars)
Sofitel Bahrain
09.2023 - 01.1970
Head Mixologist
The Ritz-Carlton
09.2022 - 07.2023
Bartender Executive
The Leela Bharitya City
07.2021 - 06.2022
Bartender
Ukiyo Modern
12.2020 - 07.2021
Bartender
Thai Soul Restaurant
04.2018 - 12.2020
Food and Beverage Associate
Sheesh Mahal The Leela Palace
10.2017 - 04.2018
Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality - Tourism
Avenue
HSC -
N.N.H.S.S