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ELIE ANTAR

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Summary

Experienced hospitality and specialty coffee professional with over 10 years of dedicated service. Known for maintaining impeccable hygiene standards and delivering consistent quality service. Sociable and responsible individual committed to exceeding customer expectations in every interaction. Passionate about creating memorable experiences for patrons through exceptional service and product offerings.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BARISTA (FREELANCE)

Rijksmuseum – Adyen – Atlas- Barista Company
06.2023 - Current
  • Crafted coffee at major international events.
  • Adjusted grind settings per bean profile.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
  • Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.

BARISTA

BLCK Specialty Coffee
03.2022 - 03.2025
  • Prepared specialty coffee beverages using La Marzocco and EK43.
  • Calibrated grinders and ensured consistent extraction.
  • Maintained hygiene and mentored new staff.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

HEAD BARISTA / BARTENDER

Fenicie Lebanese Restaurant
12.2021 - 06.2023
  • Served coffee and cocktails: performed latte art.
  • Led drink preparation and staff training.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.

BAR MANAGER

Stones Bar and Café
07.2016 - 01.2020
  • Managed team, inventory, schedules and finances.
  • Adapted operations post-COVID.

ASSISTANT CHEF

Arab House Restaurant
11.2009 - 12.2011
  • Prepared traditional Syrian dishes.
  • Trained staff and helped design new menu items.

ASSISTANT CHEF TRAINEE

Sheraton Hotel
06.2009 - 08.2009
  • Worked in French cuisine section.
  • Gained experience in kitchen operations.

ASSISTANT CHEF TRAINEE

Sheraton Hotel
07.2008 - 08.2008
  • Worked in French cuisine section.
  • Gained experience in kitchen operations.

Education

Higher Diploma -

Hospitality & French Culinary Arts
01.2016

Skills

  • V60 - Chemex - Cold Brew
  • Latte art
  • Office
  • Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service

Certification

  • SCA Barista Intermediate, 03/25/25
  • SCA Coffee Roasting Foundation, 11/22/24
  • Social Hygiene, 01/01/17

Languages

Arabic
English
Dutch

Timeline

BARISTA (FREELANCE)

Rijksmuseum – Adyen – Atlas- Barista Company
06.2023 - Current

BARISTA

BLCK Specialty Coffee
03.2022 - 03.2025

HEAD BARISTA / BARTENDER

Fenicie Lebanese Restaurant
12.2021 - 06.2023

BAR MANAGER

Stones Bar and Café
07.2016 - 01.2020

ASSISTANT CHEF

Arab House Restaurant
11.2009 - 12.2011

ASSISTANT CHEF TRAINEE

Sheraton Hotel
06.2009 - 08.2009

ASSISTANT CHEF TRAINEE

Sheraton Hotel
07.2008 - 08.2008

Higher Diploma -

Hospitality & French Culinary Arts
ELIE ANTAR