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Adrian Covalescu

Adrian Covalescu

Lovere Bergamo

Summary


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Assitant Manager

Sanders Hotel
01.2024 - 03.2025
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Collaborated with management team to set sales targets and strategies, achieving consistent sales growth.
  • Led weekly team meetings to discuss goals and review performance, fostering culture of continuous improvement.

Head Bartender

Sheen Falls Lodge 5***** Hotel
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink recipes, mixing techniques, and customer service skills to enhance overall performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, preserving the establishment''s reputation for excellent service.

Events Team Coordinator

Tassino Eventi
11.2021 - 02.2023
  • Worked under pressure and met deadlines while maintaining composure in difficult situations.
  • Drove excellent guest service for events and conducted evaluations after completion.
  • Assisted event manager in achieving revenue goals set for events and catering.
  • Created, maintained and distributed event orders.

Head Bartender

Wand 50
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights and weekends
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.

Bar Manager

Cafe dei Portici
05.2017 - 01.2021
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks and customer-focused events
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings
  • Took customer orders and capitalized on opportunities to sell special beverage and food options
  • Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age
  • Implemented drink prep procedures, significantly reducing wasted stock
  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business
  • Motivated and disciplined employees and implemented new mentoring program, which increased worker morale
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues.

Head Bartender

Ducoli Cafe
10.2014 - 03.2017
  • Mentored team members and coached on procedures and productivity strategies
  • Poured and prepared mixed drinks for over 100 customers daily
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings
  • 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
  • Kept detailed inventories and notified management of ordering needs for liquor, beer, wine and bar supplies.

Bartender

Ricci cafe
03.2009 - 06.2013
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings
  • Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.

Education

Vermouth e amaro with Fulvio Piccinino -

07.2020

Minimalism with Remy Savage -

06.2019

Agave training with Roberto Artrusio -

01.2019

Vintage spirits with Leonardo Leuci -

08.2018

Advanced mixology with Oscar Quagliarini -

05.2018

Perfume with Oscar Quagliarini -

03.2018

Esperienza Vermouth in Casa Martini -

11.2017

Falvour profile with Luca Cinalli -

09.2017

Whisky with whisky club Italia -

04.2017

Home made with Drink Factory -

02.2017

Rum with Leonardo Pinto -

03.2016

High school diploma -

Aurel Vlaicu
06.2007

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Staff development
  • Orientation and training

Languages

Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Romanian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Assitant Manager

Sanders Hotel
01.2024 - 03.2025

Head Bartender

Sheen Falls Lodge 5***** Hotel
04.2023 - 12.2024

Events Team Coordinator

Tassino Eventi
11.2021 - 02.2023

Head Bartender

Wand 50
03.2021 - 09.2022

Bar Manager

Cafe dei Portici
05.2017 - 01.2021

Head Bartender

Ducoli Cafe
10.2014 - 03.2017

Bartender

Ricci cafe
03.2009 - 06.2013

Minimalism with Remy Savage -

Agave training with Roberto Artrusio -

Vintage spirits with Leonardo Leuci -

Advanced mixology with Oscar Quagliarini -

Perfume with Oscar Quagliarini -

Esperienza Vermouth in Casa Martini -

Falvour profile with Luca Cinalli -

Whisky with whisky club Italia -

Home made with Drink Factory -

Rum with Leonardo Pinto -

High school diploma -

Aurel Vlaicu

Vermouth e amaro with Fulvio Piccinino -

Adrian Covalescu