Simbarashe Mushambi
Cape Town
Summary
Passionate about mixing cocktails and delivering top notch guest experiences. Equipped with a solid foundation in customer service and a keen interest in mixology. Aiming to contribute to an energetic team by leveraging my skills and growing in the hospitality industry
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/Bar Waiter
CattleBaron Tygerwaterfront
Cape Town, South Africa
02.2021 - 02.2026
- Maintained stocked and organised bar for efficient service and customer satisfaction.
- Took customer orders and prepared drinks following best practices for each type.
- Handled cash transactions and operated point-of-sale systems with accuracy and integrity.
- Assisted with stock counting, ordering and replenishing.
- Removed empty kegs, tapped new kegs and attached supply lines.
- Mixed cocktail ingredients using shakers, blenders and ice-crushers.
- Ensured glassware and cutlery were polished to maintain a professional appearance before storage.
- Designed visually appealing garnishes for cocktails to enhance customer experience.
- Monitored customer drink levels and proactively intervened to promote responsible drinking.
- Cleaned bar of discarded items and wiped up spills without delay to maintain professional appearance.
- Washed and put away glassware after customer use, maintaining ready stock for customer service.
Skills
- Cocktail preparation
- Point-of-sale operation
- Cash handling
- Stock management
- Stock rotation
- Customer orders
- Customer service
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Adaptive communication
- Positive attitude
Timeline
Bartender/Bar Waiter
CattleBaron Tygerwaterfront
02.2021 - 02.2026