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Nathan Arrow

Fortitude Valley,QLD

Summary

Bar manager with expertise working in premium venues, specialising in molecular gastronomy, classic cocktail history and spirit knowledge. Proven track record in curating unique beverage menus tailored to venues while maintaining optimal costs and wages. Committed to enhancing customer experiences through personalised intimate service alongside staff development.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Bar Operations Consultant

Self-Employed
Brisbane, QLD
02.2025 - Current
  • Analysed operational inefficiencies and recommended improvements to align with compliance.
  • Organised and negotiated contracts and brand activations fitting to the venue offering
  • Facilitated staff and management training to provide a higher quality service
  • Curated menus for individual businesses tailored to experience, setting and desired offerings

Bar Manager

With Love, The Underground
Fortitude Valley, QLD
07.2024 - 09.2025
  • Maintained a rotating back bar to utilise brand connections and up-selling
  • Produced a frequent rotating menu showcasing innovative molecular gastronomy techniques to provide a unique offering
  • Trained staff to high standards to achieve a personalised and intimate experience for customers.
  • Maintained COGS at 20% and wage costs of 17%

Founder/Teacher

Non-Profit org - LABS
Fortitude Valley, QLD
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Established a non-profit bartending school to provide quality industry training for aspiring professionals.
  • Utilised connections to assist students in securing employment opportunities.
  • Conducted engaging and informative classes in a casual environment.
  • Grew membership base to over 100 individuals
  • Classes were free

Bar Manager

Moo Moo's Wine bar & steak
Brisbane, QLD
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Worked Closely with the sommelier to orgnaise wine lists
  • Maintained a COGS at 18% and wage of 15%

Cocktail Bartender

Dr.Gimlette
Brisbane, QLD
10.2023 - 01.2024

Bar Manager

The Gatsby /GPO
Fortitude Valley, QLD
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Curated cocktail menus for The Gatsby and TAMA while training and hiring staff.
  • Spearheaded opening of GPO building in collaboration with the VM
  • Managed a bespoke whisk(e)y list comprising 90 bottles sold exclusively to VIPs.

Education

A-Level - English Literature

Exeter College
Exeter
06-2022

A-Level - Bio-Chemistry

Exeter College
Exeter
06-2022

A-Level - Phyto-geography

Exeter College
Exeter
06-2022

Skills

  • Molecular gastronomy
  • Classic cocktail historian
  • Revenue management
  • Problem-solving
  • Staff training & management
  • Customer relationships
  • Inventory control

Certification

RSA

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bar Operations Consultant

Self-Employed
02.2025 - Current

Founder/Teacher

Non-Profit org - LABS
01.2025 - 06.2025

Bar Manager

With Love, The Underground
07.2024 - 09.2025

Bar Manager

Moo Moo's Wine bar & steak
01.2024 - 07.2024

Cocktail Bartender

Dr.Gimlette
10.2023 - 01.2024

Bar Manager

The Gatsby /GPO
02.2023 - 10.2023

A-Level - English Literature

Exeter College

A-Level - Bio-Chemistry

Exeter College

A-Level - Phyto-geography

Exeter College
Nathan Arrow