Ken Mathenge
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in beverage knowledge and inventory management, ensuring efficiency in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service through effective time management and multitasking. Skilled in cash handling and menu development, with a strong focus on detail and team collaboration. Committed to enhancing operational success and contributing to organizational growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Bartender
Reform Social Grill, Dubai
Dubai
2024.02 - 2026.05
- Expertly prepared and served a variety of wines, spirits, and mixed drinks.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming bar environment.
- Engaged with guests, provided recommendations, and anticipated their needs.
- Collaborated with the team to develop new drink menus and promotions.
Junior Bartender
Reform Social Grill, Dubai
Dubai
2023.10 - 2024.02
- Support bartenders by restocking supplies and maintaining the bar area.
- Assist in rush hours by preparing mixers, garnishes, and replenishing stock.
- Cocktail preparation.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Bar Back
Tryp by Wyndham, Dubai, UAE
Dubai
2022.09 - 2023.09
- Restocking liquor bottles and changing kegs.
- Learning cocktail recipes and other menu items.
- Cleaning bar and table surfaces throughout the shift.
- Sweeping and mopping in and around bar service areas and customer common areas.
- Stocking bar items such as glassware, straws, toothpicks, napkins, garnishes, ice, towels, and cleaning supplies (this may include restocking for bar opening or closing).
Education
WSET Wine 1 Certification -
Barrels & Beyond
WSET 1 SPIRIT Certification -
Barrels and beyond
DUBAISkills
- Beverage knowledge
- Inventory management
- Efficiency and speed
- Customer service
- Time management
- Multitasking skills
- Cash handling
- Menu development
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
REFERENCE
Available upon request
SAFETY TRAININGS
- Food Safety & Hygiene
- Fire Safety
- First Aid
Timeline
Bartender
Reform Social Grill, Dubai
2024.02 - 2026.05
Junior Bartender
Reform Social Grill, Dubai
2023.10 - 2024.02
Bar Back
Tryp by Wyndham, Dubai, UAE
2022.09 - 2023.09
WSET Wine 1 Certification -
Barrels & Beyond
WSET 1 SPIRIT Certification -
Barrels and beyond