Kausila Perera
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Results-driven hospitality professional with strong expertise in cocktail mastery, wine tasting knowledge and current drink trends, ensuring high-quality guest experiences and effective promotion and upselling techniques. Demonstrates proven leadership, teamwork and effective communication skills, supported by solid project management, time management and critical thinking abilities. Adept at product inventory control and knowledgeable in alcohol licensing laws, contributing to compliant, efficient and customer-focused operations while aiming to further develop within dynamic bar and hospitality environments.
Goal-orientated Waitress driven to maximise revenue and productivity. Clear communicator with an adaptable and innovative approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Bartender
Trader Vic's Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Dubai, UAE
2024.01 - 2026.03
- Curated and served diverse cocktails, spirits, and beverages with attention to presentation and taste.
- Trained new bar staff in service standards, cocktail techniques, and customer engagement.
- Managed bar inventory and performed regular stock checks to minimise wastage through effective systems.
- Ensured compliance with licensing laws, health and safety, and hygiene standards.
- Developed innovative cocktail offerings to enhance brand identity and guest satisfaction.
- Assisted in analysing sales performance and contributed to strategies for revenue growth.
- Ensured adherence to local licensing laws for seamless bar operations.
Bartender
Vero Italian Cuisine & Vero Sky Bar Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Dubai, UAE
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Ensured bar cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and ambiance aligned with venue standards.
- Assisted floor managers, chefs, and senior leadership to provide smooth service.
- Supported marketing initiatives for bar promotions, happy hours, and themed events.
Bar Waiter
H2O Pool Bar Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Dubai
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Delivered personalized service, ensuring compliance with licensing laws and hygiene standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, reducing wastage and optimizing resources.
- Trained new staff in service standards, cocktail techniques, and customer engagement.
Waiter
Oceana Kitchen ADD Hilton Dubai
Dubai
2021.01 - 2022.01
- Assisted in monitoring sales performance and implementing strategies to meet revenue targets.
- Collaborated with floor managers, chefs, and senior leadership to deliver seamless service.
- Ensured compliance with licensing laws, health & safety, and hygiene standards.
Food & Beverage Senior Supervisor
Araliya Unawatuna Beach Resort (Pre Opening)
Unawatuna
2021.01 - 2021.10
- Oversaw food and beverage operations across floor, bar, and kitchen areas.
- Executed training programs for new staff, ensuring compliance with service standards.
- Developed and implemented service standards, SOPs, and training manuals to maintain consistency.
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Berlin Sky Lounge (German Cuisine with Italian fusion)
Berlin
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Developed and implemented service standards, SOPs, and training manuals to maintain consistency.
- Oversaw food and beverage operations across floor, bar, and kitchen areas.
- Executed training programs for new staff, ensuring compliance with service standards.
Senior Waiter
Dinning Room (ADD) Cinnamon Lakeside Sri Lanka
Colombo
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Delivered attentive, personalized service in a fine dining environment, ensuring seamless guest experiences.
- Possessed in-depth knowledge of menu, wine pairing, and daily specials to guide guest choices and upsell premium items.
- Executed tableside service (silver service, wine decanting, carving flambé, etc.) to the highest standard.
Waiter
Ekoi Tei Japanese Cuisine Hilton Colombo
Colombo
2017.01 - 2018.01
- Oversaw coordination between service staff, kitchen, and bar to ensure smooth operations.
- Handled guest complaints and special requests with professionalism, providing proactive solutions.
Waiter
Il Ponte Italian Cuisine & Pool Bar Hilton Colombo
Colombo
2016.01 - 2017.01
- Delivered attentive, personalized service in a fine dining environment, ensuring seamless guest experiences.
- Possessed in-depth knowledge of menu, wine pairing, and daily specials to guide guest choices and upsell premium items.
- Executed tableside service (silver service, wine decanting, carving flambé, etc.) to the highest standard.
Education
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL - wines
Wine Scholar Guide (WSG)
UAE 2025.03 - 2025.05
WSET LEVEL 1 - Wine Level 1
Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET)
Sri Lanka 2020.01 - 2020.02
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Sri Lanka Institute of Hotel & Tourism Management (SLITHM)
Sri LankaCALVADOS AMBASSDOR
Calvados Acadamy
France 2026.02 - 2026.02
LEAD 1.1
HAVARD UNIVERSITY BY HILTON
UAE 2026.01 - 2026.03
BASIC & PROFESSIONAL MIXERLOGI PROGRAM
BAR SMARTS
UAE 2024.04 - 2024.05
Skills
- Project Management
- Public Relations
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Knowledge of drink trends
- Cocktail mastery
- Wine tasting knowledge
- Product inventory control
- Alcohol licensing laws understanding
- Promotion and upselling techniques
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
French (Basics)
German (Basics)
Sinhala (Fluent)
CARRER ACHIVMENT
- Best Team Member Of the Month - 2017 Hilton Colombo
- Best Team Member Of the Quarter - 2018 Hilton Colombo,
- Blind Testing Wine & Spirit Runner up 2018 Hilton Colombo,
- Best F&B Rising Star - 2019 Cinnamon Lake Side,
- Bartender Competition - Deep down south Runner-up 2020 Sri Lanka,
- Best Supervisor of the quarter 2021 Araliya Unawatuna Beach Resort,
- Best upseller of the Month - 2022 Hilton Dubai Jumeirah,
- Best Upseller of the Month - 2023 Hilton Dubai Jumeirah,
- Winner Internal Bartenders Competition 2025 Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
- Team Member of The Month of November Front of the House 2025 Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
- Best Food & Beverage Team Member Of the Month of January 2026
Timeline
CALVADOS AMBASSDOR
Calvados Acadamy
2026.02 - 2026.02
LEAD 1.1
HAVARD UNIVERSITY BY HILTON
2026.01 - 2026.03
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL - wines
Wine Scholar Guide (WSG)
2025.03 - 2025.05
BASIC & PROFESSIONAL MIXERLOGI PROGRAM
BAR SMARTS
2024.04 - 2024.05
Senior Bartender
Trader Vic's Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
2024.01 - 2026.03
Bartender
Vero Italian Cuisine & Vero Sky Bar Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
2023.01 - 2024.01
Bar Waiter
H2O Pool Bar Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
2022.01 - 2023.01
Waiter
Oceana Kitchen ADD Hilton Dubai
2021.01 - 2022.01
Food & Beverage Senior Supervisor
Araliya Unawatuna Beach Resort (Pre Opening)
2021.01 - 2021.10
WSET LEVEL 1 - Wine Level 1
Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET)
2020.01 - 2020.02
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Berlin Sky Lounge (German Cuisine with Italian fusion)
2020.01 - 2021.01
Senior Waiter
Dinning Room (ADD) Cinnamon Lakeside Sri Lanka
2019.01 - 2020.01
Waiter
Ekoi Tei Japanese Cuisine Hilton Colombo
2017.01 - 2018.01
Waiter
Il Ponte Italian Cuisine & Pool Bar Hilton Colombo
2016.01 - 2017.01
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Sri Lanka Institute of Hotel & Tourism Management (SLITHM)