Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Barista
Louis Sebastien Gamandee

Louis Sebastien Gamandee

Assistant Bar Manager
151, morcellement VRS, Mon Desert Road, Plaine Magnien

Summary

Sharp, dedicated professional with over 12 years Food & Beverage experience in hospitality industry and onboard cruise ships. Excellent knowledge of inventory management and bar service techniques , Excellent knowledge in USPH (scored 100% 5 times during USPH inspection, 4 on Celebrity and 1 on MSC ) Knowledge of Food & Beverage promotions and other revenue generating practices, Strong communicator with great interpersonal and leadership skills. Lead inaugural team for MSC Seashore in 2021 and MSC Seascape in 2022.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Assistant Bar Manager

MSC Cruises
11.2021 - 03.2023
  • Maintain High Quality USPH standard.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
  • Implemented quality control initiatives while creating house-made cocktails, juice and preparations to reduce downtime and increase revenue.
  • Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
  • Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Guaranteed optimal beverage stock by assessing inventory and collaborating with owners for corrective action planning to limit expenses.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
  • Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
  • Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
  • Capitalized on opportunities to advance operations and mixology knowledge, enhancing customer service with refined and current expertise.

Bar Manager

Rejuice by Foodwise
moka
10.2020 - 10.2021

Opening of first zero food waste bar in Mauritius for NGO Foodwise and profits made were redistributed to people in need.

Assistant Bar Manager

MSC Cruises
10.2018 - 04.2020

Senior Assistant Beverage Operations Manager

Celebrity Cruises
02.2016 - 06.2018

Assistant Bar Manager

Celebrity Cruises
08.2015 - 01.2016

Senior Bartender

Celebrity Cruises
07.2014 - 08.2015

Bartender

Celebrity Cruises
06.2010 - 05.2015

Barman

Shandrani Resort & Spa - Beachcomber
Blue Bay
07.2008 - 05.2010

Waiter

Shandrani Resort & Spa
Blue Bay
07.2007 - 06.2008

Trainee Waiter

Shandrani Resort & Spa - Beachcomber
Blue Bay
10.2006 - 06.2007

Education

Primary School -

Mare D'albert Government School
01.1992 - 05.1998

High School Diploma -

Emmanuel Anquetil State Secondary School
04.1999 - 05.2004

NTC 3 in Restaurant & Bar Services

Industrial And Vocational Training Board (IVTB)

Skills

    Cost controls

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Certification

Good Food Hygiene practices., Beachcomber training academy June 2007 — July 2007

Timeline

Assistant Bar Manager

MSC Cruises
11.2021 - 03.2023

Bar Manager

Rejuice by Foodwise
10.2020 - 10.2021

Assistant Bar Manager

MSC Cruises
10.2018 - 04.2020

Senior Assistant Beverage Operations Manager

Celebrity Cruises
02.2016 - 06.2018

Assistant Bar Manager

Celebrity Cruises
08.2015 - 01.2016

Senior Bartender

Celebrity Cruises
07.2014 - 08.2015

Bartender

Celebrity Cruises
06.2010 - 05.2015

Barman

Shandrani Resort & Spa - Beachcomber
07.2008 - 05.2010

Waiter

Shandrani Resort & Spa
07.2007 - 06.2008

Trainee Waiter

Shandrani Resort & Spa - Beachcomber
10.2006 - 06.2007

High School Diploma -

Emmanuel Anquetil State Secondary School
04.1999 - 05.2004

Primary School -

Mare D'albert Government School
01.1992 - 05.1998

NTC 3 in Restaurant & Bar Services

Industrial And Vocational Training Board (IVTB)
Louis Sebastien GamandeeAssistant Bar Manager