Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Ethan Mychas-Lang

Newcastle,NSW

Summary

Industrious Bartender with broad experience in variety of bars. Remains calm and poised in fast-paced environments. Prepared to handle high-volume service situations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Supervisor

Bears Echoland
Nagano, Japan
12.2024 - 03.2025
  • Interacted with customers from different backgrounds (Japanese locals and international tourists), improving my ability to communicate effectively across cultures.
  • Working with a culturally diverse team taught me new ways to navigate a bar/restaurant.
  • Updated knowledge of Japanese cocktails and spirits.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Bartender/FOH

Roxanne
Newcastle
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Measured and mixed house ingredients to prepare both custom and menu drink orders.
  • Neatly sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing drinks.
  • Persuaded highly intoxicated customers to stop drinking and arranged alternative transportation.
  • Up-sold specialty drinks when appropriate.

Bartender

Kareela Hutte. Winter 2024
Thredbo
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Bartender

The Denman
Thredbo
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.
  • Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
  • Reinvented classic cocktails to complement new menu options.
  • Increased revenue by advertising featured cocktails.
  • Organized and prepared both food-based and non-food garnishes for different cocktails.

Bartender

Earp Distilling Co
Newcastle
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
  • Developed creative drink recipes and promoted specialty cocktails on the menu board.
  • Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment, and sanitation standards.
  • Motivated team by giving constructive feedback to deliver exceptional patron experiences to clientele.
  • Monitored bar inventory levels, ordered supplies, and maintained cleanliness of all glassware.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, cocktails, mixers, garnishes, and other related items.

Bartender

Kareela Hutte. Winter 2023
Thredbo
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
  • Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
  • Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance, and customer relationships.

FOH/Bartender

Blaxland Inn
Pokolbin
11.2017 - 12.2022
  • Adhered to all health code regulations when handling food items or beverages.
  • Checked food quality regularly before serving it to customers.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area by clearing tables and wiping down surfaces.
  • Assisted with training new front of house employees on procedures and policies.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money, organizing supplies.
  • Cross-trained in other areas such as bussing tables or bartending if needed.
  • Answered phone calls, took reservations, and answered inquiries.

Labelling & Distribution

Lisa McGuigan
Pokolbin
05.2017 - 06.2018
  • Hand labelling wine bottles
  • Supported distribution to local restaurants in the Hunter Valley.
  • Helped assist stock inventory levels
  • Worked to delivery deadlines

Education

Open Foundation -

University of Newcastle
Newcastle
12-2021

Year 11-12 -

All Saints College
Maitland
11-2021

Barista Training Course -

Crema Coffee
Newcastle
07.2021

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) -

Aspire Training & Development
East Maitland
06.2021

Skills

  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Confident in a Team Environment
  • Motivated Attitude
  • Strong Communicator
  • Extensive knowledge of different beers, wines and spirits
  • Capable of operating a bar solo

References

  • Lisa McGuigan, Wine Maker in Hunter Valley, +614 1842 4382, lisa@lisamcguiganwines.com
  • Thomas Bailey, Former Head Chef of Blaxland Inn, +614 3214 4272
  • Theresa Slupik, Pokolbin Distillery, +614 1721 4074
  • Ralf Gulikers, Former Restaurant Manager at Blaxland Inn, +614 0110 7589
  • Catriona Borg, Manager at Earp Distilling Co, +614 2885 6439
  • Holly Davies, Venue Duty Manager at Kareela Hutte and The Prince of Merewether, +614 1375 7862

Timeline

Bar Supervisor

Bears Echoland
12.2024 - 03.2025

Bartender/FOH

Roxanne
09.2024 - 12.2024

Bartender

Kareela Hutte. Winter 2024
06.2024 - 09.2024

Bartender

The Denman
06.2024 - 09.2024

Bartender

Earp Distilling Co
09.2023 - 06.2024

Bartender

Kareela Hutte. Winter 2023
06.2023 - 09.2023

FOH/Bartender

Blaxland Inn
11.2017 - 12.2022

Labelling & Distribution

Lisa McGuigan
05.2017 - 06.2018

Open Foundation -

University of Newcastle

Year 11-12 -

All Saints College

Barista Training Course -

Crema Coffee

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) -

Aspire Training & Development
Ethan Mychas-Lang