Tarun Das
Nagpur
Summary
Highly skilled Bartender Supervisor with comprehensive experience in overseeing bar operations and managing staff. Strengths include the ability to create innovative drink recipes, implement effective cost controls and maintain highest standards of customer service. Notable for elevating business success through hands-on leadership and direct training of team members. Known for contributing positively to work environment with proactive demeanor and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4038
4038
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Beverage Team Leader
Hyatt Centric - PVT LTD (speakeasy bar)
Chandigarh
11.2024 - Current
- Adhered to strict budget guidelines when making purchasing decisions.
- Maximized efficiency by delegating tasks to staff members based on their skill sets.
- Coordinated with vendors for special orders or hard-to-find products.
- Monitored employee performance, providing feedback as needed.
- Supervised daily operations of the bar including opening and closing procedures.
- Participated in weekly management meetings to discuss operational issues or concerns.
- Interacted with guests in a professional manner at all times.
- Provided guidance and support to bartenders while they served guests at the bar.
- Identified opportunities for increasing revenue through creative promotions or marketing initiatives.
- Analyzed monthly sales data to identify areas of improvement within the bar environment.
- Maintained accurate records of beverage inventories, sales, and costs.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and restocking items as needed.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment used in the preparation of drinks.
- Trained new employees on proper bar tending techniques and food safety protocols.
- Implemented cost control measures to reduce waste without compromising quality standards.
- Filled bar schedule with high-quality live music acts.
- Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints to maximize satisfaction and loyalty.
- Monitored cash intake to reduce discrepancies.
- Developed and implemented bartender training programs, policies and procedures.
- Increased revenue by promoting additional products and assisting with beverage menu.
- Created signature beverages to increase revenue and patron loyalty.
- Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
- Supervised team of employees, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Maintained and used equipments like Sous Vide, Rotavap, ultra sound, centrifuge.
- Created contracts.
- Hosted bar takeovers.
- Participated in bar takeovers within Hyatt India.
- Participated in Daigeo World Class and scored top 80 Bartender in India.
- Created signature cocktail recipes along the theme of the bar with stories aligned with each and every drink.
- Nominated My bar in Asia’s 50 best and 30 best in India.
Menu engineering
Mannheim brewery
Bangalore
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Experimented flavour balancing.
- Created a signature cocktail menu using in innovative techniques.
- Prepared cocktail costing.
Head Bartender
The Westin by Marriott
Pune
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted regular inventory checks of all beer, wine, spirits, juices, and other ingredients used in cocktails.
- Trained new bartenders on proper techniques for mixing drinks and pouring beers.
- Ordered necessary supplies such as glassware and garnishes when needed.
- Enforced responsible alcohol consumption among customers by ensuring that no one was over-served or served underage patrons.
- Monitored cash register transactions throughout the shift to ensure accuracy of sales data.
- Handled food orders from customers seated at the bar.
- Inspected beverage quality regularly to ensure freshness.
- Provided excellent customer service by attending to guests' needs promptly and courteously.
- Created weekly reports of sales figures for management review.
- Developed new cocktail recipes for the menu.
- Coordinated special events such as tastings, fundraisers, corporate functions.
- Organized bar staff scheduling, including vacation time requests and sick days.
- Provided feedback on performance reviews for each bartender.
- Assigned bartenders to specific tasks and duties throughout the shift.
- Created signature beverages to increase revenue and patron loyalty.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Introduced new seasonal and special events menu items to successfully increase monthly sales.
- Managed high volume of shift customers and simultaneously assisted restaurant servers with diverse needs.
- Handled complaints and disputes from customers to promote customer satisfaction.
- Delivered exceptional bar service for special events such as weddings, business conferences and society receptions.
Bartender
Cafe 1730
Pune
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss goals and objectives set by management.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on new products or trends.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
Assistant Bartender
Mixoflair bartending Events
Nagpur
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels in order to ensure responsible service standards were being met.
- Greeted customers, took orders and served drinks.
- Suggested food pairings to complement guests' beverage choices when appropriate.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance.
- Organized special events such as tastings, happy hours or promotional activities related to alcoholic beverages.
- Accurately tracked liquor inventories in order to prevent overpouring or theft.
- Maintained cleanliness of bar area, restocked supplies and removed empty glasses.
- Collaborated with team members during busy periods to ensure efficient delivery of services.
- Set up bars for private functions including arranging glassware and preparing garnishes.
- Assisted with the preparation of cocktails and other beverages according to recipes.
- Educated guests about beer styles, wine varietals and cocktail ingredients.
- Checked identification of customers to ensure they met legal drinking age.
- Assisted with design and development of beverage menu to cultivate unique offerings.
- Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Completed regular bar inventories and daily requisition sheets.
- Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance job skills and knowledge.
Industrial Trainee
Radisson blu
Nagpur
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Work to ensure positive and hassle free customer experience.
- Worked as a bar back at the main bar of the hotel
- Learned about Alcohol and different classic cocktails.
- During the three months of industrial training, worked two months in FNB department under bar operations.
- Learned to handle busy operations.
Education
Diploma in Mixology And Flair - Bartending
Mixoflair College of Beverage Studies
Nagpur 08.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Hotel Management And Catering Technology - Hotel Management
Shri Balasaheb Tirpude College Og HMTC
Nagpur , India 06.2017 - 03.2021
Bar Masters -
Mixoflair College of Beverage Studies
Nagpur 01.2020 - 09.2020
Jr. College
NagpurSt. Xavier’s High School
NagpurSkills
- Proficient in mixology
- Ordering bar supplies
- Cocktail list development
- Group reservations management
- Inventory
- Patience and tolerance
- Suggestive selling
- Team player attitude
- Hospitality service expertise
- Menu memorization
- Salesmanship
- Anticipating guest needs
- Alcohol awareness
- Bar operations management
- Creative mixology
- Wine and liquor expertise
- Strong multitasking
- Menu design
Accomplishments
- Diageo World Class bartender top 80 in 2025 India.
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Bengali
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Beverage Team Leader
Hyatt Centric - PVT LTD (speakeasy bar)
11.2024 - Current
Menu engineering
Mannheim brewery
05.2024 - 09.2024
Head Bartender
The Westin by Marriott
02.2023 - 04.2024
Bartender
Cafe 1730
10.2022 - 01.2023
Diploma in Mixology And Flair - Bartending
Mixoflair College of Beverage Studies
08.2021 - 08.2022
Assistant Bartender
Mixoflair bartending Events
04.2021 - 08.2022
Bar Masters -
Mixoflair College of Beverage Studies
01.2020 - 09.2020
Industrial Trainee
Radisson blu
04.2018 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Hotel Management And Catering Technology - Hotel Management
Shri Balasaheb Tirpude College Og HMTC
06.2017 - 03.2021
Jr. College
St. Xavier’s High School
Certification
- Certified Bartender.
- Diageo World Class bartender top 80 in 2025 India.
Languages
- Hindi
- Bengali
- English
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/07/01
References
References available upon request.
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