Monty

Experienced Toronto hospitality professional with 4+ years in high volume restaurant and brewery environments. Strong background in bartending, serving, leadership, craft cocktails, beer knowledge, inventory management, and guest engagement. Proven ability to increase sales through upselling, build repeat clientele, and lead teams during peak service. SMART SERVE & Prud'homme Certified.

Server - Kellys Landing - Toronto

(2026-01)

• Reached Top 5 in average guest cheque within first two weeks of service
• Repeatedly recognized on sales boards for top liquor and beer sales
• Regularly recognized by management for 5-star guest reviews
• Drove sales through confident upselling, product knowledge, and strong guest rapport
• Deliver polished service in a high-volume downtown restaurant environment

Bartender / Head Bartender - Bier Markt + Goose Island Brewery - Toronto

(2022-01 - 2026-12)

• Delivered high-volume bar service in a fast-paced downtown Toronto environment
• Prepared cocktails, draft beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages to brand standard
• Managed bar service while completing drink chits for floor servers
• Built rapport with guests, creating repeat customers and positive guest experiences
• Maintained a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar during opening and closing shifts
• Created feature cocktails and seasonal drink specials
• Trained bartenders on recipes, speed, standards and guest interaction

Server - Bier Markt + Goose Island Brewery - Toronto

(2022-01 - 2026-12)

• Upsold food and beverage items to increase average spend
• Assisted with events, private bookings, and promotional nights
• Built strong guest rapport to encourage repeat visits
• Provided high volume floor service in a busy restaurant setting

Supervisor - Bier Markt + Goose Island Brewery - Toronto

(2022-01 - 2026-12)

• Opened and closed the restaurant independently
• Assisted with liquor inventory control and stocking
• Supported staff during peak service (bar, food running, stocking)
• Managed cash-outs for servers and bartender

Bartender/Beer Specialist - Goose Island Brewery - Toronto

(2022-01 - 2026-12)

• Worked in brewery focused environment connected to Bier Markt
• Created specialty cocktail and beverage features
• Educated staff and guests on beer styles, tasting notes, and flavour profiles
• Helped team confidently recommend pairings and differentiate products
• Delivered knowledgeable, enthusiastic guest experiences centered around craft beer

Host - Bier Markt + Goose Island Brewery - Toronto

(2021-01 - 2021-12)

• Managed reservations and waitlists using OpenTable during peak service
• Promoted within the first year due to strong performance and reliability

Prop Assistant Intern - Objekts Tabletop Props - Toronto

(2021-01 - 2021-12)

• Assisted with on set prep, packing, inventory organization, and basic invoicing
• Observed the marketing process of running and owning an independent prop shop in competitive Toronto film market