Vijay Kanth
Mixology
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a General Manager at Galaxy Food Square, excelling in financial management and team leadership. Proven expertise in expert mixology and customer service, successfully implementing innovative programs that enhanced employee loyalty and operational efficiency. Highly reliable with a strong commitment to excellence in hospitality.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
6
6
Languages
Work History
General Manager
Galaxy Food Square
12.2024 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Corporate Beverage Head
Phoenix Marketcity ( Mall of Asia)
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Bar Manager
Big Bang Theory
04.2022 - 02.2023
Bar Manager
GATSBY Cocktail Bar
03.2021 - 04.2022
Bar Supervisor
MGM Resorts
11.2019 - 03.2022
Bar Supervisor
GILLYS PUB
09.2018 - 08.2019
Bar Supervisor
Radisson Blu Hotel
10.2016 - 08.2018
Senior Bartender
MGM Resorts
07.2015 - 09.2016
Senior Bartender
RDM GUEST HOUSE
08.2013 - 06.2015
Bartender
B BAR
2012 - 2013
Bartender
MOTEL HIGHWAY
2010 - 2012
Bartender
TANGY RESORT
2006 - 2010
Education
High School Diploma -
MVM INSTITUTE
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Expert mixology
POS system proficiency
Cleanliness standards
Menu development
Upselling strategies
Bar equipment maintenance
Advanced cocktail knowledge
Drink pairing expertise
Alcohol safety compliance
Food service
Customer service
Classic cocktails
Beverage preparation
Preparing garnishes
Handling difficult customers
Menu memorization
Customer service expertise
Basic accounting
Staff management
Responsible alcohol service
Professional appearance
Hospitality service expertise
Ordering bar supplies
Suggestive selling
Highly reliable
Order management
Clear and effective communication
Team training and development
Inventory
Changing beer kegs
Timeline
General Manager
Galaxy Food Square
12.2024 - Current
Corporate Beverage Head
Phoenix Marketcity ( Mall of Asia)
03.2023 - 12.2024
Bar Manager
Big Bang Theory
04.2022 - 02.2023
Bar Manager
GATSBY Cocktail Bar
03.2021 - 04.2022
Bar Supervisor
MGM Resorts
11.2019 - 03.2022
Bar Supervisor
GILLYS PUB
09.2018 - 08.2019
Bar Supervisor
Radisson Blu Hotel
10.2016 - 08.2018
Senior Bartender
MGM Resorts
07.2015 - 09.2016
Senior Bartender
RDM GUEST HOUSE
08.2013 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
MVM INSTITUTE
04.2001 -
Bartender
B BAR
2012 - 2013
Bartender
MOTEL HIGHWAY
2010 - 2012
Bartender
TANGY RESORT
2006 - 2010