Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Bartender
Harsha Dikkumburage

Harsha Dikkumburage

Restaurant and Bar Supervisor
Abu Dhabi

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with 10+ years of expertise in high-end hospitality settings, enhancing service efficiency by 15% and achieving a 75% customer satisfaction rate. Expert in mixology and bar management, with a flair for guest engagement and upselling strategies. Skilled in staff management and training, significantly boosting customer feedback.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Restaurant and Bar Supervisor (Fine Dining)

Bate By Wawa Dining Restaurant LLC
Abu Dhabi
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Led a team of 10, achieving a 15% improvement in service efficiency.
  • Streamlined scheduling, ordering, and inventory processes, reducing downtime by 15%.
  • Achieved a 75% customer satisfaction rate through effective complaint resolution.
  • Conducted daily revenue analysis, identifying trends that boosted sales of profitable menu items by 20%.
  • Trained team members, leading to a 15% boost in positive customer feedback.
  • Monitored stock levels consistently to ensure adequate supplies during peak times without excessive overstocking.

Bartender

Raclette Brasserie & Cafe
Abu Dhabi
12.2021 - 02.2024
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shifts, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.

Bartender

Address Downtown
Dubai
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Delivered exceptional service, preparing classic and innovative cocktails for 100+ guests daily.
  • Designed attractive displays of bottles and glasses to promote beverage sales.
  • Answered guest inquiries and provided recommendations, achieving 90% satisfaction rate.
  • Assisted with inventory management and reduced beverage waste through efficient operations.

Restaurant and Bar Waiter

Sofitel Luxury Hotels
Abu Dhabi
11.2016 - 12.2019
  • Served beverages with precision and attentiveness in a fine dining environment.
  • Received over 200 beverage orders nightly from wait staff and delivered beverages to guests while keeping up with bar orders.
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over 100 customers daily.
  • Supported the needs of a 15-person wait staff who attended to the specific needs of countless customers daily for peak restaurants with social relevancy and intentionality.

Restaurant Waiter

Kings Gate Hotel
Abu Dhabi
11.2015 - 11.2016
  • Demonstrated knowledge of diverse menu offerings, guiding guests toward optimal meal choices based on preferences or dietary requirements.
  • Processed POS transactions efficiently, achieving 100% accuracy and enhancing overall transaction reliability.
  • Upsold items by a 10% increase in sales per customer through strategic suggestions.

Room Attendant

Kings Gate Hotel
Abu Dhabi
11.2013 - 12.2015
  • Achieved time management goals by following designated schedules and completing assigned tasks within allotted time frames.
  • Maintained hotel safety standards by following proper procedures for handling chemicals and equipment during cleaning tasks.
  • Reduced guest complaints by maintaining high standard of cleanliness in all assigned rooms.

Trainee Waiter

Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel
Colombo
12.2012 - 06.2013
  • Accurately recorded food and beverage orders, ensuring clear communication with kitchen staff for order accuracy.
  • Participated in training to improve job skills and professional knowledge.
  • Learned foundational bar operations, including beverage preparation and guest service.

Crew Member

KFC
Colombo
06.2011 - 06.2012
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management
Colombo, Sri Lanka
07.2012 - 12.2012

Skills

Mixology & Classic Cocktails Expertise

Certification

EFST Certificate

Languages

English

Timeline

Restaurant and Bar Supervisor (Fine Dining)

Bate By Wawa Dining Restaurant LLC
03.2024 - 09.2024

EFST Certificate

06-2023

WSET Level 1 in wines

06-2022

Bartender

Raclette Brasserie & Cafe
12.2021 - 02.2024

Bartender

Address Downtown
01.2020 - 12.2021

Restaurant and Bar Waiter

Sofitel Luxury Hotels
11.2016 - 12.2019

Restaurant Waiter

Kings Gate Hotel
11.2015 - 11.2016

Room Attendant

Kings Gate Hotel
11.2013 - 12.2015

Trainee Waiter

Cinnamon Lakeside Hotel
12.2012 - 06.2013

High School Diploma -

Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management
07.2012 - 12.2012

Crew Member

KFC
06.2011 - 06.2012
Harsha DikkumburageRestaurant and Bar Supervisor