Shuvankar Debnath
Kolkata
Summary
Experienced bar professional with 15+ years in luxury cruise lines and 5-star hospitality. Skilled in bar operations, cocktail preparation, wine and spirits service, inventory management, POS systems, cash handling, and team supervision. Proven ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences, maintain high hygiene and safety standards, and provide personalised beverage recommendations in fast-paced environments. WSET Level 2 Certified, HACCP Trained, fluent in English and German, with strong communication and guest service skills.
Overview
4
4
Languages
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT BAR MANAGER
NOVOTEL HOTEL-KOLKATA
Kolkata
01.2025 - Current
- Supervise daily bar operations, ensuring efficient service and exceptional guest satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepare and serve premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
- Lead, train, and support bar staff to deliver high service standards and operational excellence.
- Control the bar stock levels, requisitions and costs and minimise waste.
- Operate POS systems, process guest payments, and handle and reconcile cash accurately.
- Suggest wines, spirits, cocktails and other beverages that complement the guest's menu selection and enhance the dining experience.
- Comply with responsible service of alcohol, company policies and health and safety regulations.
BARTENDER
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES
International Water
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Prepared and served a wide range of cocktails, wines, and spirits with consistency, speed, and precision in a high-volume environment.
- Delivered exceptional guest service by engaging with international guests and personalising beverage recommendations.
- Maintained full compliance with USPH (United States Public Health) standards, hygiene, and sanitation protocols.
- Managed bar inventory, including stock rotation (FIFO), requisitions, and minimising wastage.
- Handled POS transactions, billing, and cash reconciliation accurately.
- Monitored guest alcohol consumption and practised responsible alcohol service to ensure safety.
- Assisted in training new team members on service standards, drink preparation, and company policies.
JUNIOR BARKEEPER
AIDA CRUISE LINE
International Water
09.2013 - 05.2022
- Ensured strict compliance with hygiene, sanitation, and food safety regulations, maintaining a clean and organized bar environment as per USPH and health standards.
- Invented innovative beverage recipes aligned with seasonal trends and guest feedback, contributing to increased beverage sales and guest satisfaction.
- Participated in professional mixology competitions, earning accolades that enhanced the establishment's reputation for beverage excellence.
- Monitored guest alcohol consumption and proactively enforced responsible service practices, promoting guest.
BARTENDER
OLIVE BAR AND KITCHEN
Mumbai
07.2009 - 03.2013
- Prepared and served cocktails, wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Ensured bar cleanliness, stock availability, and smooth daily operations.
- Managed POS transactions, cash handling, and inventory control.
- Recommended beverages based on guest preferences.
Education
DIPLOMA - HOTEL MANAGEMENT AND CATERING TECHNOLOGY
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT RESEARCH
KOLKATA, INDIA01.2009
Skills
- Stock the bar
- Process payments
- Enforce alcohol drinking laws
- Comply with food safety and hygiene guidelines
- Upsell products
- Bar operation
- Cost control
- Menu preparation
- Leadership
Personal Information
Passport Number: w5235419
Languages
Bengali
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Advanced
C1
German
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
ASSISTANT BAR MANAGER
NOVOTEL HOTEL-KOLKATA
01.2025 - Current
BARTENDER
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES
02.2023 - 10.2024
JUNIOR BARKEEPER
AIDA CRUISE LINE
09.2013 - 05.2022
BARTENDER
OLIVE BAR AND KITCHEN
07.2009 - 03.2013
DIPLOMA - HOTEL MANAGEMENT AND CATERING TECHNOLOGY
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT RESEARCH