Kevin Lima
Auckland,AUK
Summary
- Fine dinning waiter and mixologist and host with expertise in fine dining restauraram, to to host for Irish bars and nightclubs., an all rounder.
- I take pride in being punctual and reliable, to the business as well as my co workers.
Respect is a must, though always laugh with the staff and customers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Monica Loves
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Mainly worked as a main bartender, making and serving drinks/cocktails., running food and drinks when necessary as well as help out in the kitchen.
- Always punctual.
- Was a fine restaurant with an early opening and late night club finishes on the weekends, which I can do both shifts with not problems.
- Helped train staff members to work behind the bar as well as working the pass.
Bartender
Rosie Ogrady's
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Poured a perfect Guiness since it was an Irish bar, as well as a good Jameson on the rocks.
- Worked in a busy environment while calmly keeping up the pace.
- Kept a clean workspace, helped out with the frier every now and then, and the dishes when needed.
Bartender
The Provincial
04.2023 - 07.2024
- High end cocktail bar and dinning restaurant, which I worked mainly as the main bartender.
- I held the same high standards as expected from the business, and always carry that trait with myself.
- Handed all of tilt payments, either table bills or over the counter.
- Cash up and beverage management was also one of my duties.
- Upsold as much as possible, keeping a respectful relationship with every customer.
- Was a small town so it was quite easy
- Like to keep a good relationship with all the staff and managers, up for a laugh and collaborating as much as I can so we can keep a good flow going.
- Don’t mind getting my hands dirty in the kitchen when necessary.
Bartender
Madame George
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Classic cocktail restaurant on K-rd, Auckland, cool little spot.
- Worked as the main waiter, host and second to main bartender.
- South American cuisine so I’ve always pushed to enhance each customers dining experience, suggesting food and drink pairings that complemented menu offerings.
Bartender
Shy Guy, Night Club
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
- Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
Education
Auckland Grammar School
Auckland, NZSkills
- LCQ and food and health safety certificates acquired, though renewal is required
Languages
- Portuguese
- English
Timeline
Bartender
Monica Loves
01.2025 - 05.2025
Bartender
Rosie Ogrady's
08.2023 - 11.2024
Bartender
The Provincial
04.2023 - 07.2024
Bartender
Madame George
09.2022 - 03.2023
Bartender
Shy Guy, Night Club
02.2022 - 09.2022
Auckland Grammar School