- Mixology/ Cocktail Creation
- Food & Beverage
- Travel
Shyam Sundar Das
Head Bartender & Mixologist
Kolkata,WB
Summary
Head Bartender / Mixologist directing premium bar operations across luxury club and event service. Designs seasonal cocktail menus, improves station flow during peak occupancy, and maintains HACCP hygiene and premium procurement standards. Leads bartender training in mixology, luxury service, suggestive selling, and financial & POS accountability to support smoother service and stronger beverage revenue.
Overview
3
3
Languages
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Bartender / Mixologist
The Spring Club
04.2021 - Current
- Direct full-scale bar operations for a premium club, designing avant-garde seasonal cocktail menus that blend global trends with local preferences to elevate the 5-star guest experience.
- Optimize bar workflows and station management, ensuring seamless service execution during high-occupancy private events and peak operational hours.
- Streamline procurement by cultivating strategic vendor partnerships, effectively managing supply chains, and maintaining rigorous quality and hygiene protocols.
- Lead and mentor the bar team through comprehensive training in advanced mixology techniques, luxury etiquette, and suggestive selling strategies to drive revenue.
Head Bartender
Ghala Golf Club
02.2016 - 03.2021
- Oversaw dynamic beverage operations across a luxury lounge, high-end rooftop bar, and high-volume event space, serving a diverse demographic of diplomats and VVIPs.
- Expertly managed large-scale setups and fast-paced service during massive international weekend DJ events, optimizing station flow to minimize wait times under intense pressure.
- Handled international procurement for premium spirits, maintaining optimal inventory levels through highly efficient vendor relations and supply chain oversight.
Bartender
The Spring Club Kolkata
04.2007 - 02.2016
- Implemented opening and closing protocols with senior management, achieving 100% operational readiness before service.
- Delivered personalized beverage service to high-net-worth guests, building lasting relationships through proactive engagement.
- Maintained detailed bar stock records and rotated premium spirits to support freshness and consistent craftsmanship.
- Partnered with senior management on bar operations, combining HACCP & hygiene compliance with disciplined service standards.
Assistant Bartender
Radisson Hotel
05.2006 - 03.2007
- Measured ingredients precisely and prepared advanced garnishes for consistent cocktail presentation.
- Tracked inventory and restocked supplies to keep the bar moving smoothly during shifts.
- Followed HACCP hygiene standards while maintaining a clean, guest-ready bar environment.
F&B Associate
Clarks Group of Hotels
04.2005 - 04.2006
- Delivered attentive fine-dining service in a luxury hotel setting, balancing speed, accuracy, and guest satisfaction.
- Supported high-volume dining shifts with organized coordination across table service, floor movement, and rapid issue resolution.
- Applied international fine-dining protocols and upselling techniques to lift average guest spend while maintaining premium service standards.
Industrial Trainee
Art land Group of Hotels
08.2000 - 01.2004
- Completed a 6-month cross-departmental F&B rotation, building familiarity with front-of-house and back-of-house service standards.
- Applied Comprehensive bar operations and Signature cocktail crafting to prepare beverages and maintain consistency during service.
- Reinforced HACCP & hygiene compliance through daily cleanliness checks, safe handling practices, and organized workstation upkeep.
- Assisted Supply chain & procurement tasks by tracking stock levels, reporting shortages, and restocking beverage and service items.
Education
Diploma - Hotel Management
Institute of Technology & Management (ITM)
Kolkata, India01-2004
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Economics/History
Vinoba Bhave University
Hazaribagh, India01-2003
Intermediate of Science (12th Grade) - undefined
Jharkhand Intermediate Education Council
Ranchi, India01-2001
Secondary School Examination (10th Grade) - undefined
Bihar School Examination Board
Patna, India01-1998
Skills
Comprehensive bar operations
Strategic menu engineering
Signature cocktail crafting
Guest relationship management
Team mentorship & training
Luxury etiquette
Supply chain & procurement
HACCP & hygiene compliance
Financial & POS accountability
High-volume event leadership
Bar inventory forecasting
Menu profitability analysis
Beverage budget management
Liquor license compliance
Responsible alcohol service
Service standard development
Shift planning
Staff scheduling
Private event coordination
Banquet beverage planning
Wine service standards
Interests
Timeline
Head Bartender / Mixologist
The Spring Club
04.2021 - Current
Head Bartender
Ghala Golf Club
02.2016 - 03.2021
Bartender
The Spring Club Kolkata
04.2007 - 02.2016
Assistant Bartender
Radisson Hotel
05.2006 - 03.2007
F&B Associate
Clarks Group of Hotels
04.2005 - 04.2006
Industrial Trainee
Art land Group of Hotels
08.2000 - 01.2004
Secondary School Examination (10th Grade) - undefined
Bihar School Examination Board
Intermediate of Science (12th Grade) - undefined
Jharkhand Intermediate Education Council
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Economics/History
Vinoba Bhave University
Diploma - Hotel Management
Institute of Technology & Management (ITM)