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Adam Grindley

Port Douglas,QLD

Summary

Hardworking individual from the UK with a wide background in hospitality in multiple countries. Im a quick and keen learner with the ability to adapt to changes in work environment. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Supervisor

The Little Larder
03.2023 - Current
  • Set up cafe floor and bar ready for service.
  • Maintained stock levels and placed orders when necessary.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival.
  • Taking payments.
  • Ensuring a smooth flow throughout the cafe on a daily basis.
  • Taking and processing orders.
  • Providing excellent customer service to ensure returning customers and cement regular customers.
  • Designing and creating new drinks.
  • Observing profit margins and making changes when needed to increase profit.
  • Making drinks for customers including coffees, soft drinks and mixing alcoholic cocktails.
  • Cashing up at the end of service.
  • Cleaning down at the end of service.
  • Kept cafe in full compliance with health code standards.
  • Executing all managerial tasks on manager days off.

Bartender

Courthouse Hotel
09.2020 - 03.2023
  • Setup bar ready for the start of service.
  • Ensured stock levels were maintained including garnishes and soft drinks.
  • Greeted customers with a friendly and welcome attitude and provided excellent customer service.
  • Taking orders and payments.
  • Changing kegs and post mix when required.
  • Communicating with management about issues raised by customers
  • Providing a quick and friendly service.
  • Complying with liquor licensing laws to provide a safe environment for all patrons.
  • Following recipes and mixing cocktails.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

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Bar Manager

Dougies Backpackers
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Restocked beer and liquor regularly and after special events.
  • Enforced safety regulations and ensured proper sanitation practices were followed by all employees.
  • Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
  • Complied with health codes, sanitation requirements, and license regulations while streamlining productivity initiatives.
  • Cashed up at the end of service.
  • Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the bar area including countertops, shelves and equipment.
  • Reorganized bar stations to streamline service flow.
  • Trained new employees to perform duties.
  • Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
  • Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
  • Monitored cash intake to reduce discrepancies.
  • Ensured compliance with local health codes regarding food storage temperatures or alcohol serving guidelines.
  • Ordered and maintained an adequate supply of alcoholic beverages, glassware, garnishes, ice, napkins, straws and other items needed for drinks.
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
  • Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
  • Monitored patron alcohol consumption to encourage safety.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Greeted new guests and handled check ins outside of reception hours.
  • Was on call during the nigh to solve and issues guests may have.

Chalet Host

Skiworld LTD
11.2017 - 05.2019
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and provided warm welcome speeches.
  • Served cooked and continental breakfast, afternoon tea and 3 course evening meal to guests.
  • Maintained clean and tidy chalet.
  • Provided daily room service including bathrooms and linen change.
  • Catered to food allergens and intolerances.
  • Provided information on resort hotspots, tourist destinations and local restaurants and bars to guests.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure seamless operations within the chalet, maximizing efficiency.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures in food preparation without compromising taste or presentation quality.
  • Safeguarded health standards by implementing proper food storage techniques along with thorough kitchen hygiene practices.
  • Listened and dealt with guests requests, requirements and complaints.

Beverage Server

Underwraps Cafe
02.2017 - 06.2017
  • Set up and packed down my station for service.
  • Maintained stock levels and notified superiors when necessary.
  • Provided excellent customer service.
  • Taking and processing orders and payments.
  • Keeping my station clean at all times.
  • Assisted in cleaning duties at the end of each day.
  • Making drinks to order including coffees, fresh juices and smoothies.
  • Adhering to customer requirements including dietary needs and intolerances.

Food Waiter

Viet Pho Cafe
09.2016 - 11.2016
    • Greeting, seating and serving customers.
    • Taking orders and adhering to dietary requirements.
    • Providing excellent customer service.
    • Setting up and packing down either side of service.
    • Communicating with the chefs and other coworkers to ensure smooth operations within the restaurant.

Barista

Croissant D'or
10.2014 - 10.2015
    • Greeted customers with a warm welcome upon entry.
    • Taking and processing orders and payments.
    • Maintaining a high, consistent level of coffee
    • Keeping machines such as espresso makers and coffee grinders clean and operational at all times.
    • Showing machine safety knowledge when servicing equipment.
    • Preparing food orders such as sandwiches and hot toasties for customers.
    • Maintaining a clean and tidy workstation at all times.
    • Trained new employees on front of house procedures.
    • Maintained a cool and clear head during busy periods to ensure smoother customer service.
    • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Casual Kitchen Hand

Farsyde
06.2014 - 09.2014
  • Prepared food and side dishes for chefs
  • Worked alongside professionals to provide excellent food
  • Cleaned down stations and floors after service
  • Assisted chefs in dishes when asked.
  • Demonstrated basic knife skills and culinary knowledge.
  • Properly stored food to maintain legal safety regulations.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - High School

Guiseley School
Leeds, UK

Level 2 Customer Service - Customer service and Hospitality

ICQ
UK
10-2015

Skills

    • Strong organizational skills
    • Front of House Management
    • Bar terminology
    • Menu Memorization
    • Safe Food Handling
      • Warm and Friendly
      • Team Player
      • Initiative and Self-Motivation
      • Customer Service
      • Problem Resolution

Timeline

Restaurant Supervisor

The Little Larder
03.2023 - Current

Bartender

Courthouse Hotel
09.2020 - 03.2023

Bar Manager

Dougies Backpackers
09.2019 - 09.2020

Chalet Host

Skiworld LTD
11.2017 - 05.2019

Beverage Server

Underwraps Cafe
02.2017 - 06.2017

Food Waiter

Viet Pho Cafe
09.2016 - 11.2016

Barista

Croissant D'or
10.2014 - 10.2015

Casual Kitchen Hand

Farsyde
06.2014 - 09.2014

Some College (No Degree) - High School

Guiseley School

Level 2 Customer Service - Customer service and Hospitality

ICQ
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