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Vito Pedote

Melbourne

Summary

Experienced and passionate Senior Bartender with over eight years of experience across luxury hotels, cocktail bars, and high-end events in Italy and the UK.


Currently on a Working Holiday Visa (417) and seeking hospitality opportunities in Australia.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Bartender

Masseria Montenapoleone
04.2023 - 11.2025

Restored 17th-century farmhouse, now used as venue for exclusive multi-day events, including weddings and corporate functions.


  • Prepared classic, contemporary, and venue-specific cocktails with precision, speed, and consistent presentation.
  • Oversaw the bar during peak periods, guiding the team, allocating tasks, and stepping in as needed to keep service running efficiently.

Head Bartender

Hotel Covo dei Saraceni
03.2021 - 11.2022

4-star Hotel in the heart of Polignano a Mare, Puglia, Italy.

  • Contributed to cocktail list development, seasonal menu updates, and new drink concepts aligned with venue identity and customer preferences.
  • Managed stock levels through accurate daily counts, inventory rotation, supplier liaison, and ordering to ensure the bar remained fully operational at all times.

Head Bartender

Appian Way Bar Cocktail Bar
07.2020 - 11.2020

Popular cocktail bar on the main tourist strip of Polignano a Mare, Puglia, Italy.

  • Managed team and handled cash. Designed and created cocktail menus.
  • Ensured consistency in service quality, hygiene, and stock control.

Head Bartender

Radisson Mayfair Hotel
11.2018 - 03.2020

5-star hotel in one of London's most prestigious and upscale districts.


  • Led a high-performing bar team in one of London’s busiest hospitality environments. Delivered exceptional customer experiences and maintained high drink standards.
  • Managed team, bar openings/closings, cash handling, product ordering and stock.

Bartender

Be at One Cocktail Bar
11.2017 - 10.2018

Popular bar in London's Soho district.

  • Prepared classic, modern, and signature cocktails accurately, efficiently, and consistently.

Skills

  • Mixology, Event bartending, Bar Operations, Stock & Inventory Control, Cash Handling, Upselling & Sales Techniques
  • Customer Service, Team Leadership, Training & Supervision, Flexibility, Problem Solving

Certification

  • Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Training - November 2025

Languages

English
Full Professional
Italian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Bartender

Masseria Montenapoleone
04.2023 - 11.2025

Head Bartender

Hotel Covo dei Saraceni
03.2021 - 11.2022

Head Bartender

Appian Way Bar Cocktail Bar
07.2020 - 11.2020

Head Bartender

Radisson Mayfair Hotel
11.2018 - 03.2020

Bartender

Be at One Cocktail Bar
11.2017 - 10.2018
Vito Pedote