Hello, I'm Benjamin.
Ambitious bartender from Graz with leadership experience, sharp service instincts and a creative approach to cocktails. Fast, reliable and confident under pressure, with a strong focus guest experience.
Bartending has taught me how to stay calm under pressure, read people quickly and create a good atmosphere even during busy nights. I have worked in bars, clubs, restaurants and event venues in Graz, where no shift was ever the same. A particular highlight for me was working in nightlife and event venues, where speed, focus and teamwork are essential. I enjoy the energy behind the bar, preparing cocktails, serving different kinds of guests and making sure people feel welcome from the first drink to the last. Over the years, I have gained experience in cocktail preparation, guest service, cash handling, end-of-shift accounting, stock control and team coordination. I have also worked as a bar manager/host, which helped me develop leadership skills and a stronger understanding of how a bar should run smoothly. Most recently, I worked at Katze Katze in Graz, preparing cocktails, serving guests directly at the bar, handling accounting and checking stock levels for juices, mixers and other bar supplies. I am reliable, quick to adapt and motivated to keep improving. For me, bartending is not only about making drinks — it is about creating moments, handling pressure with confidence and giving every guest a reason to come back.
Education
European Bartender School Vienna International Bartender Course (4 weeks) - Mar 2026
Abendgymnasium Marshallgasse online Higher school certificate - May 2018
Work experience
Katze Katze - Graz Bartender, May 1, 2026 - June 1, 2026
Kalte Ente - Graz Chef de Bar / Host, Jan. 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Dom im Berg - Graz Bartender, Sept. 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Martin Auer - Graz Barista / Service Staff, May 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Platzhirsch am Markt - Graz Service Staff, July 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
PPC - Graz Bartender, Oct. 1, 2021 - Feb. 1, 2023
Bausatzlokale - Graz Service staff, Aug. 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
