Juan Neira

Led bar operations at a prominent Berlin rooftop location, developed and implemented a signature cocktail program, and reduced waste through new inventory and cost-control systems. Trained and mentored an international bar team and supported seasonal menus and VIP events.

Supported operations and management at Poropati Bar, contributing to service delivery, team coordination, and daily floor management across shifts. Focused on improving guest experience and operational efficiency.

Prepared cocktails and delivered high-quality front-of-house service at The Daltonist, maintaining drink consistency and contributing to a positive guest atmosphere. Collaborated with team on menu execution and service flow.

Delivered front-of-house service at Sticks N' Sushi, ensuring guest satisfaction and efficient floor operations during shifts. Managed guest seating, orders, and communication between kitchen and service staff.

Managed floor operations and staff coordination at Gorillas, overseeing shift workflows and ensuring rapid, accurate service delivery. Implemented process improvements to maintain efficiency under high demand.

Provided customer-facing service at The Dubliner, focusing on guest relations, order accuracy, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Supported events and coordinated with bar staff during peak periods.

Managed bar operations at Marina Bar & Grill in Tairua, overseeing staff, inventory, and service standards to deliver consistent guest experiences. Coordinated rostering and supplier relations.

Led bar service at Negroni in Montevideo, designing cocktail menus and supervising bar staff to maintain high-quality beverage offerings and guest service.

Assisted management at Fort Street Union in Auckland, supporting daily operations, staff supervision, and guest service initiatives to maintain consistent hospitality standards.

Managed bar operations at Bonita Tapas Bar in Auckland, delivering tapas-focused beverage programs and supervising front-of-house teams to drive guest satisfaction.

Oversaw restaurant and bar operations in Lake Tekapo, leading teams, managing service delivery, and ensuring compliance with hospitality standards to enhance guest satisfaction.

Performed front-of-house duties at McDonald's in Montevideo, focusing on order accuracy, customer service, and efficient transaction handling during shifts.

Completed a Mastering Engineer Course at HOFA University in Stuttgart in 2019.

Completed the Cambridge English First Certificate (FCE) program in Montevideo in 2015.

Obtained Abitur from IAVA in Montevideo in 2015.