Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
Trained new staff members on company policies and procedures.
Supported and assisted team members in handling guest inquiries and requests and in resolving guest complaints.
Limited portion sizes and used garnishes to control food costs.
Supervisor
Fairmont Baku Hotel
05.2015 - 07.2021
I started my career as a server in 2015.
I graduated as a supervisor in 2021.
Over the years, I have worked in all food and beverage departments within the hotel.
Supervisor
Holiday Inn Baku
10.2014 - 04.2015
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
Supervisor
R&B Cafe
07.2012 - 10.2014
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
Performed annual evaluations and reviews for large staff of employees.
Team Leader
Espressamente illy
06.2011 - 07.2012
Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Team Leader
Avaz Local Restaurant
03.2008 - 07.2009
Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Server
Crystal Plaza Hotel
02.2007 - 03.2008
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Education
High School Diploma -
Art Gymnasium
Azerbaijan Baku
05.2009
Skills
Food and Beverage Service
F&B Budget
F&B Profit and Loss
Menu Development
Beverage Making and Delivery
Food Safety and Sanitation
Coffee and Tea Preparation
Smoothie Making
Sanitizing
Staff Supervision
Portion Sizes
Staff Leadership
Order Management
Cocktail Knowledge
Cost Efficiency
Operational Efficiency
Place Settings
Guest Experiences
Financial Transactions
Affiliations
Certified [Barista] [Espressamente Illy] [2014]
Certified [Sommelier] [Company Savalan] [2021]
Certified [ Train the Trainer ] [Fairmont Baku ] [2018]
Certified [ Pos terminal operations] [Fairmont Baku ] [2019]
Area Director of Operations Kahler Hospitality at Kahler Hospitality Group/Kinseth HospitalityArea Director of Operations Kahler Hospitality at Kahler Hospitality Group/Kinseth Hospitality