Raj Mehta

Dynamic Bar Manager with over 10 years of experience in food and bar management, offering proven leadership in venue marketing and a passion for enhancing guest experiences.

Restaurant and Bar Manager - Roti Restaurant

(2023 - 2026)

• Managing the business aspects of the bar, such as keeping a current liquor license, negotiating supplier contracts, taking inventory and reordering supplies, managing budgets, and setting goals.
• Setting and enforcing quality and safety controls.
• raining staff to provide excellent service to patrons.Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations.
• Regularly review product quality and research new vendors.
• Manage restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it.

Restaurant Manager - Atlas

(2022 - 2023)

• Check the logbook.
• Review sales data from the previous day (and any other daily reporting, such as tip reports).
• Oversee incoming deliveries.
• Stock incoming inventory.
• Check employee schedules to ensure plans match reality.
• Run the pre shift Meetings.
• Monitor operations during rush.
• Check inventory levels.
• Log item transfers and wastes.
• Provide thorough reports on your weekly, monthly, and yearly income and outlays.
• Encourage brand awareness in the neighborhood through restaurant events and word-of-mouth.
• Provide suggestions on how to expand your audience (e.g. discounts and social media marketing).
• Instruct both new and existing workers.

Bar Manager - Fintch Hospitality

(2021 - 2022)

• Welcoming customers, reading and listening to people to determine beverage preferences, making recommendations, and taking drink orders.
• Planning drink menus and informing customers about new beverages and specials.
• Selecting and mixing ingredients, garnishing glasses, and serving beverages to customers.
• Checking identification to ensure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Taking inventory and ordering supplies to ensure bar and tables are well-stocked.
• Monitor customer feedback and implement improvements.
• Develop strategies to increase sales and customer satisfaction.
• Prepare daily and monthly sales and operational reports.
• Control operating expenses and help maintain profitability.
• Ensure proper opening, closing, cleaning, and security procedures.
• Coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance when necessary.
• Work closely with the owner, general manager, chef, and other department heads.
• Maintain a professional, welcoming, and safe environment for customers and employees.

Bartender - RCL

(2017 - 2019)

• Welcome guests and provide friendly, professional service.
• Take beverage orders and prepare cocktails, beer, wine, spirits, coffee, soft drinks, and other beverages.
• Prepare cocktails according to company recipes and presentation standards.
• Recommend drinks and explain beverage menus to guests.
• Provide fast and efficient service during busy periods.
• Check passenger identification when required and follow responsible alcohol-service policies.
• Monitor guests and follow procedures regarding intoxicated passengers.
• Operate the POS system and process cash, credit-card, and other payments accurately.
• Maintain accurate sales and transaction records.
• Keep the bar, equipment, counters, and glassware clean and sanitized.
• Restock beverages, ice, garnishes, glassware, napkins, and other supplies.
• Monitor inventory and report shortages or damaged products.

Head Bartender & Mixologist - JW Marriott

(2017 - 2019)

• leading bar operations, supervising and training staff, managing inventory and supplies, developing and implementing new drink menus, ensuring excellent customer service, and handling financial and administrative tasks like scheduling, cash management, and purchasing.

Bartender - Irish House Pub

(2016 - 2017)

• Welcoming customers, reading and listening to people to determine beverage preferences, making recommendations, and taking drink orders.
• Planning drink menus and informing customers about new beverages and specials.
• Selecting and mixing ingredients, garnishing glasses, and serving beverages to customers.
• Checking identification to ensure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Taking inventory and ordering supplies to ensure bar and tables are well-stocked.

Industrial Training - ITC MARATHA HOTEL

(2014 - 2015)

• Providing Customer service, maintaining cleanliness, assisting with bookings, preparing for and handling events, learning hotel technology, and following safety procedures.

Event Organiser - Melwin’s Bar Solution

(2014 - 2016)

• Planning, Promotion, execution, and post-events evaluation, encompassing budget management, venue selection, vendor coordination, and marketing, while also overseeing logistics, staff, and client satisfaction on the event day.

Bartending Diploma (2016 - 2017)

B.SC - Hotel Management and tourism Studies (2013 - 2016)

Commerce H.S.C (2013 - 2016)

S.S.C (2011)