Oliver Jory

A seasoned bartender with extensive knowledge of spirits and cocktails, bringing over 10 years of experience to the table. 
Adept at crafting a variety of drinks and maintaining a clean and organised bar. 
Thrives in fast-paced environments and a team player committed to exceeding customer expectations.

Bartender - Four Seasons Madrid 

Apr 22 - Present 

Forbes 5-Star hotel, flagship location. Principally part of El Patio, the hotel's main lobby. Service ranged from morning and afternoon teas and coffees to evening meals with wine, long drinks and cocktails. Developed and costed cocktail menus, maintained inventory of stock and glassware, managed ordering from various distributors and the hotel's main inventory with the Birchstreet system.

Bartender - Salvaje Velasquez

August 21 - Apr 22 

High-end Japanese Fusion and Sushi Restaurant & Nightclub. Production of cocktail ingredients and pre-batching cocktails. Cocktail and bottle service. Part of the opening team during the relocation to Hotel Bless.

Assistant Manager - James Joyce Irish Pub Madrid

Jun 14 - August 21

High volume sports bar & restaurant, popular tourist & expat stop with strong regular local clientele. Promoted to Assistant Manager Oct 2015. Responsible for night shift team & closing duties, preparations for the following day. Having team organised for easy transfer of duties.  Organised live music acts for 4+ nights per week. Negotiating dates & benefits weeks up-to months in advance.  Wrote & costed cocktail menus. Trained bar & waitstaff in their preparation & service.  Daily accounting of the takings, responsible for 3+ cash-draws & 5 card machines. Data entry into excel spreadsheet.

BSc Hons Environmental Hazards and Disaster Management 

Kingston University London - 2007 - 2010

A-Level Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Photography

Truro College - 2005 - 2007