Sam D Kulasinghe

Experience

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  Hilton Colombo

  Jun 2006 - Jan 2008

  Bar waiter
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  Radisson

  Aug 2010 - Dec 2012

  Bartender
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  Jumeirah Group / Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Bartender
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  Grand Hyatt

  Jul 2013 - Mar 2016

  Bartender
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  Rosewood Abu Dhabi

  Aug 2016 - Dec 2017

  Bartender
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  Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

  Dec 2017 - Dec 2018

  Bartender
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  Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

  Dec 2018 - Mar 2019

  Lead Bartender ( Pre Opening)
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  Constance Hotels & Resorts

  Feb 2019 - now

  Create Beverage ProgramIn one of their most important roles, beverage managers develop beverage programs, which includes what types of drinks to offer, which brands of liquor to use, pricing, and other menu aspects. This includes creating wine lists, beer selections, and cocktail items.Order Beverages and Maintain InventoryBeverage managers order adequate supplies of liquor and non-alcoholic drinks and maintain a sufficient inventory. This duty involves forecasting and keeping track of which drinks are most in demand. In addition, beverage managers must ensure a supply of non-drink bar items, such as snacks, napkins, mixers, and drink garnishes.Manage Staff Training and SchedulesThe training and scheduling of bar staff typically falls to a beverage manager. They train bartenders and bar wait staff and create schedules for all full- and part-time employees associated with mixing and serving drinks.Generate and Manage Cost ReportsBeverage managers are assigned to oversee the cost of inventory and supplies and submit reports on a periodic basis. They review cost increases, communicate with vendors to review charges, and apply strategies to lower costs when possible Show less

  • Outlet Manager

    Aug 2021 - now

  • Restaurant and Bar Supervisor

    Oct 2019 - Aug 2021

  • Bar Supervisor

    Feb 2019 - Oct 2019