Caner Şahar
Bartender
Istanbul
Summary
Service-driven Senior Bar Supervisor drawing from broad knowledge of cocktails, craft beers and spirits to provide targeted, guest-oriented service. Detailed inventory manager, coordinating product stocking and shipments. Team-oriented leader with clear communication and collaborative approach to workplace administration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Bar Supervisor
Zuma
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Kept detailed inventories and managed ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Purchased supplies according to expected demand.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements.
- Implemented quality control initiatives while creating house-made cocktails, juice and preparations to reduce downtime and increase revenue.
- Recruited, hired and trained staff on bar practices, customer service standards, and productivity strategies
- Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
Bar Supervisor
Zuma
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Completed bar opening and closing procedures.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
Senior Bartender
Zuma
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine, and bar supplies.
- Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Bartender
Zuma
03.2016 - 06.2020
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Head Bartender
Pizza East
05.2015 - 11.2015
- Maintained staff motivation
- Being available for all guest related requests
- Ordered products
- Trained bar staff
- Provided a fun and stress free working environment for staff
Mixologist
Alancha Restaurant
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Learning and teaching new techniques,
- Preparing cocktails with strict adherence to recipes,
- Introducing and explaining the process of preparing cocktails to guests,
- Maintaining a positive and engaging outlook, anticipating guest needs
- Prepared classic, modern, and unique cocktails for each guest.
- Maintained quality of garnishes, juices, and other perishables by preparing new stock daily.
Bartender
Mama Shelter Hotel
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Was acting bar supervisor for the last six months,
- maintaining a fast bar operation,
- improving staff motivation,
- ensuring guest satisfaction in a high volume operation
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet guest needs.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Bartender
Midpoint Restaurant
06.2010 - 02.2012
- Serving all kinds of beverages quickly and without mistake in a high volume operation,
- was in charge of dispense bar in rush hours,
- maintaining harmony with service staff while in charge of dispense bar
- Served high guest volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
Barista
CoffeeBreak Cafe
03.2009 - 05.2010
- Preparing and serving hot beverages in a business complex,
- maintaining product quality in a high volume rush hour environment,
- maintaining good guest relations in a stressful environment
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yeşilköy Anadolu Lisesi
İstanbul 04.2001 -
Skills
Rule Enforcement
Cost Control
Vendor Relationship Management
Health Codes Compliance
Inventory Management
Staff Training
Customer Relations
Supervisory Experience
Team Leadership
References
- Paolo Fumagelli, Zuma Operations Manager TURKEY, +905497908407, paolo@zumarestaurant.com.tr
- Yücel Karabacak, Zuma Bar and Lounge Manager TURKEY, +905376329766, yucel@zumarestaurant.com.tr
Timeline
Senior Bar Supervisor
Zuma
06.2023 - 12.2023
Bar Supervisor
Zuma
10.2021 - 06.2023
Senior Bartender
Zuma
06.2020 - 06.2021
Bartender
Zuma
03.2016 - 06.2020
Head Bartender
Pizza East
05.2015 - 11.2015
Mixologist
Alancha Restaurant
01.2015 - 05.2015
Bartender
Mama Shelter Hotel
06.2013 - 01.2015
Bartender
Midpoint Restaurant
06.2010 - 02.2012
Barista
CoffeeBreak Cafe
03.2009 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Yeşilköy Anadolu Lisesi
04.2001 -