Fabian Mahfoud
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Energetic and skilled bartender with over 5 years of experience in high volume bars and nightlife venues. Specialised in fast, precise cocktail service, guest engagement, and late night hospitality. Known for my creativity behind the bar, ability to stay calm under pressure, and natural passion for nightlife environments. Ready to bring professionalism, personality, and efficiency to your team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Polpo
London
01.2024 - Current
- Lead cocktail creation and weekly specials behind a high-traffic bar.
- Provided smooth, fast service in a late-night venue with high customer turnover.
- Trained floor staff in drink knowledge and upselling techniques.
Host / Supervisor
Brindisa Soho
London
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed 100–200 nightly bookings using OpenTable during peak dinner hours.
- Handled customer relations under pressure with confidence and professionalism.
- Oversaw table assignments and service coordination during busy nights.
Cocktail Bartender
Manteca
London
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Promoted to head bartender in a buzzing open-bar setting.
- Mixed and served high-end cocktails under intense volume and speed.
- Set up the bar, prepped batches, and closed late-night services.
Head Bartender
Sushi Samba
London
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Ran a busy bar in a luxury nightlife venue.
- Maintained stock, made batches, and delivered high-quality guest service.
- Excelled in high-volume, high-energy shifts with precision and speed.
Cocktail Bartender
Gloria (Big Mamma Group)
Shoreditch
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Worked in a vibrant, fast-paced party-style restaurant and bar.
- Served cocktails, managed large table service, and supported seasonal menu creation.
- Focused on fun, memorable guest experiences in a lively environment.
Skills
- Fast Paced Cocktail Service
- High Volume Bar Experience
- Late Night Shift Reliability
- Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Bar Setup
- Guest Engagement & Upselling
- Creative Cocktail Design
- Alcohol Safety (RSA Certified)
Certification
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), Queensland, Australia
Personal Information
Key Qualifications
- 5+ years of bartending experience in busy, high-energy bars and clubs.
- Fast, efficient cocktail maker with a passion for creative drink design.
- Excellent late-night service experience, reliable for evening and weekend shifts.
- Skilled at handling high-pressure, fast-paced environments with professionalism.
- Strong teamwork and leadership background — trained staff and led shifts.
- Proficient with bar prep, batching, stock control, and POS systems.
- Confident interacting with guests, upselling drinks, and building regular clientele.
- RSA certified and trained in safe alcohol service and compliance.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bartender
Polpo
01.2024 - Current
Host / Supervisor
Brindisa Soho
08.2023 - 01.2024
Cocktail Bartender
Manteca
02.2023 - 08.2023
Head Bartender
Sushi Samba
07.2022 - 02.2023
Cocktail Bartender
Gloria (Big Mamma Group)
08.2019 - 07.2022