Emir Kaval

Customer-focused waiter and bartender with over two years of experience in busy restaurants and pubs. Skilled at delivering exceptional customer service, upselling food and beverages, maintaining high service standards under pressure and creating memorable dining experiences.

Waiter & Bar Staff - The Dog and Gun Restaurant - Chelmsford

(2024-02 - 2026-05)

• Built strong relationships with regular customers through attentive, personalised service.
• Recommended menu items, wines and beverages to enhance the dining experience and increase sales.
• Managed multiple tables efficiently while maintaining excellent service standards.
• Supported colleagues during peak trading periods to deliver outstanding customer satisfaction.

Waiter & Bartender - Pera Restaurant - Colchester

(2026-05 - 2026-07)

• Delivered fast, efficient table service in a busy Mediterranean restaurant with high customer turnover.
• Prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Maintained cleanliness and organisation of the dining area and bar.
• Worked closely with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service.

BA (Hons) - Sociology - Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey (2024)