• Monitoring construction processes, and providing training and team building sessions are required.
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Performing equipment, material, and routine site inspections.
• Scheduling regular meetings with vendors, site inspectors, managers, and staff.
• Writing up reports, budgets, project plans, and presenting them to relevant stakeholders.
• Working closely with architects and other professionals.
• Staying up-to-date with safety codes and advancements in construction.
• Assisting with the recruitment and training of new staff.
• Processing paperwork and traveling to multiple sites as required.

A Sales Supervisor plays a critical role in supporting the success of an organization. They are the leader in coordinating the day-to-day activities of the sales representatives and ensuring that they are meeting their goals. The sales supervisor must work closely with the store manager, general manager, and production manager to communicate changing customer needs. As a liaison between the organization and the customers, the production supervisor must anticipate changing customer needs and design products that meet such needs.

Sales Supervisor Job Responsibilities

• Supervise the activities of the sales team including marketing activities like product activations.
• Assist the line manager to recruit, training, enumerating, and retaining a competent sales team.
• Provide reports to top management like sales reports, lead generation reports, customer complaints reports, and new customers’ on-boarded reports.
• Prepare sales presentations and other sales tools.
• Assist the line managers to ensure adequate client communication, maintain contacts with clients and provide feedback.
• Initiate sales activities, strategies, and sales plans required to build brand visibility.
• Serve as a point of reference to employees in terms of showing great work ethic, habits, personal character, and professional character.
• Develop and maintain accurate records of prospects, leads, pricing, sales activities, and active clients.
• Controlling company marketing expenses to ensure the marketing expenditure is kept within budget.
• Attend trade shows and other marketing events and represent the organization.
• Evaluate the performance of the sales team and seek ways to improve the team’s performance.
• Identify the trends in the market, both current, and future that are likely to affect the performance of the organization.
• Ensure the items are displayed correctly in the malls, supermarkets, and other sales points.

Sales Supervisor Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related course with emphasis on marketing.
• Proven work experience in marketing and achieving set targets.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead and motivate a sales team, and put in place measures to retain a great team.
• Excellent selling skills, ability to close deals, and deal with post-purchase anxiety.
• Excellent selling skills, people-oriented, and ability to motivate a team.
• Ability to identify potential areas of growth and identify new business partnership opportunities.
• Strong organization skills and multi-tasking skills.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• Availability to work within opening hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, weekends).

An exciting opportunity has arrived at The Garcha Group, Singapore’s luxury boutique hotel group with four hotels in Singapore, all of which are franchised under Marriott International—the world’s largest and most prestigious hotel company.

Marriott Hotels:

· Duxton Reserve Singapore, Autograph Collection

· Maxwell Reserve Singapore, Autograph Collection

· The Vagabond Club, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

· The Serangoon Club, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Restaurants & Bars:

· Yellow Pot, Anouska's (Duxton Reserve)

· Shikar, Cultivate Cafe, Isabel Bar, Officers’ Mess Polo Bar (Maxwell Reserve)

· The Whiskey Library & Jazz Club, Sharab aur Kebab (The Vagabond Club)

· GupShup (The Serangoon House)

Garcha Group Benefits:

· As an associate of a Marriott hotel, you, your parents or parents-in-law, children, spouse/domestic partner, and siblings are eligible for discounts on F&B and room rates in 8,700+ hotels worldwide

· As an associate of a Marriott hotel, you have access to the “Global Learning + Development” tool which creates for you personalised learning experiences designed to help you thrive in your Marriott career journey

· Comprehensive health insurance plan with Raffles Insurance with the option to upgrade at subsidised corporate rates

· 2-night yearly staycation including all meals and beverage (incl. alcoholic) in any of the four Garcha Group hotels in Singapore

· 20% off food & beverage at Garcha Group restaurants and bars and all Marriott hotels

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Processing guest check-ins and room assignments following hotel’s rate structures, discounts, sell/upsell strategies and accommodate to special requests whenever possible
• To provide assistance when required for luggage’s, safety box, additional guest room keys, transportation etc.
• Collect payment in compliance with cash handling, credit card processing and accounting policies and procedures
• Answer enquiries about hotel services, in house events, directions, attractions etc
• Pre-register, block reservations and as appropriate, take same day and future reservations as well as to follow P&P for room cancellations
• Perform night audits during midnight shift and prepare necessary reports
• Handle any loyalty membership “Bonvoy” related enquiries, including adequate management of “Preferred”, “Gold” and “Platinum” members
• To always be on time and at work when scheduled, in proper grooming and uniform
• To always remain professional with positive attitude and actions when communicating with guest and associates
• Any other duties / task as requested by management

Other Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least Professional Certificate/NITEC in any field
• Required language(s): English, preferable one other spoken language
• At least 2 year(s) of working experience in a related field
• Required skills(s): Opera, Marriott, Hotel, Diligent, trustworthy, articulate
• Preferably Junior Executive specialized in Hotel Management/ Tourism Services or equivalent

• Accomplishes department objectives by supervising staff and organizing and monitoring work processes.
• Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees and developing personal growth opportunities.
• Accomplishes staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees.
• Plans, monitors, and appraises job results.
• Conducts training.
• Implements and enforces systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing organization standards and adhering to legal regulations.
• Completes operations by developing schedules, assigning and monitoring work, gathering resources, implementing productivity standards, resolving operations problems, maintaining reference manuals, and implementing new procedures.
• Controls expenses by gathering and submitting budget information, scheduling expenditures, monitoring variances, and implementing corrective actions.
• Provides quality service by enforcing quality and customer service standards.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Accomplishes department objectives by supervising staff and organizing and monitoring work processes.
• Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees and developing personal growth opportunities.
• Accomplishes staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees.
• Plans, monitors, and appraises job results.
• Conducts training.
• Implements and enforces systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing organization standards and adhering to legal regulations.
• Completes operations by developing schedules, assigning and monitoring work, gathering resources, implementing productivity standards, resolving operations problems, maintaining reference manuals, and implementing new procedures.
• Controls expenses by gathering and submitting budget information, scheduling expenditures, monitoring variances, and implementing corrective actions.
• Provides quality service by enforcing quality and customer service standards.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Supervisor Qualifications / Skills:
• Quality management
• Supervision
• Tracking budget expenses
• Safety management
• Staffing
• Delegation
• Performance management
• Organization
• Fostering teamwork
• Self-development
• Giving feedback

Ø Meet construction budget by providing capital budget and annual operating information, identifying variances, and monitoring project expenses

Ø Approve projects by gaining approvals from buyers and performing inspections at critical phases

Ø Meet operational standards by resolving problems, contributing information to strategic plans, and identifying improvements

Ø Maintain healthy and safe work environment by enforcing procedures and standards and complying with legal regulations

Ø Prevent interruptions and fines by enforcing and fulfilling codes

Ø managing orders and deliveries of building materials

Ø assisting project managers with planning work activities

Ø completing site reports and other records

Ø attending site management meetings

Ø Construction supervisors are responsible to the construction manager or other supervising parties for overseeing the project.

Ø Construction supervisors also supervise the employees working on the construction site.

Ø Construction supervisors work closely with the general contractor.

Continue to develop personal sales techniques and assist in the development of associate's sales teniques to maximize sales

Displays effective selling techniques and client development by leading by example

Displays business acumen by explaining key performance indicators (KPIs) to associates set forth by the Store Manager and contributing to the overall store sales goals

Maintains store presentation to ensure the selling environment is customer ready at all times

Is an ambassador for all company values and uses integrity at all times

Reflects the brands style, key looks, and dress code while encouraging others within their brand representation

Communicate presentation standards and replenishment needs to ensure the store is always customer ready

Supervise a commissioned, territory/account-based sales force to achieve goals set forth in all sales metric categories

Assist Sales manager by supervising all training initiatives within the sales team

Supervise sales personnel in the effective implementation of the Company’s pricing initiatives

Qualifications for sales supervisor

Effectively and creatively utilizes all resources (systems, people, ) to manage daily operations

Possesses advanced operations knowledge combined with the ability to teach

Able to understand and articulate personal lines operations in a way that drives and achieves team(s) results

Minimum 2 years of retail experience a plus

Must have flexible availability as per business need

Maintain an awareness of market behavior and competitive trends in designated market to anticipate changing customer needs

Continue to develop personal sales techniques and assist in the development of associate's sales teniques to maximize sales

Displays effective selling techniques and client development by leading by example

Displays business acumen by explaining key performance indicators (KPIs) to associates set forth by the Store Manager and contributing to the overall store sales goals

Maintains store presentation to ensure the selling environment is customer ready at all times

Is an ambassador for all company values and uses integrity at all times

Reflects the brands style, key looks, and dress code while encouraging others within their brand representation

Communicate presentation standards and replenishment needs to ensure the store is always customer ready

Supervise a commissioned, territory/account-based sales force to achieve goals set forth in all sales metric categories

Assist Sales manager by supervising all training initiatives within the sales team

Supervise sales personnel in the effective implementation of the Company’s pricing initiatives

Qualifications for sales supervisor

Effectively and creatively utilizes all resources (systems, people, ) to manage daily operations

Possesses advanced operations knowledge combined with the ability to teach

Able to understand and articulate personal lines operations in a way that drives and achieves team(s) results

Minimum 2 years of retail experience a plus

Must have flexible availability as per business need

Maintain an awareness of market behavior and competitive trends in designated market to anticipate changing customer needs

• Monitor the workers and ensure they are always working safely.
• Responsible for assigning safety meetings and making provisions for all attendees.
• When work changes happen, update the risk assessment and communicate the changes to the workers.
• Conducts Job hazard analysis with others and provides the document for everywhere to read.
• Writes the risk assessment for jobs with others and submits the document for work use.
• Makes daily spot checks and inspections of work tools, equipment and site and takes the necessary actions towards correcting any seen hazards.

job description:

• Manage and store vendors’ contracts and invoices
• Coordinate communication between front of the house and back of the house staff
• Prepare shift schedules
• Supervise kitchen and wait staff and provide assistance, as needed
• Keep detailed records of daily, weekly and monthly costs and revenues
• Monitor compliance with safety and hygiene regulations
• Gather guests’ feedback and recommend improvements to our menus

Requirements:

• Work experience as a F&B Assistant Manager or similar role in the hospitality industry.
• Good math and reporting skills
• Customer service attitude
• Communication and team management abilities
• Availability to work within opening hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, weekends)

• Making sure employees that report to you meet performance expectations.
• Giving instructions or orders to subordinate employees.
• Ensuring that the work environment is safe, secure and healthy.
• Meeting deadlines.
• Approving work hours.
• Ensure great customer service at all levels.

Job Description: Site Supervisor

Position Summary:

A Site Supervisor is responsible for overseeing construction projects and ensuring they are executed according to project specifications, timelines, and safety standards. They manage daily operations on the construction site, supervise workers, and coordinate with contractors and suppliers to ensure efficient progress. They are the key point of contact between the construction team and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Supervision:Oversee daily site operations, ensuring construction work is done according to the approved design and timelines.
   Manage site workers and subcontractors, ensuring they follow project specifications and safety protocols.
   Monitor the quality of work and ensure that it meets industry standards and regulatory requirements.
   
2. Safety Management:Ensure the site complies with all health and safety regulations.
   Conduct daily safety briefings and inspections to identify and resolve potential hazards.
   Ensure workers use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety procedures.
   
3. Materials and Equipment Management:Ensure materials and tools are available for the workforce.
   Oversee the inventory of materials, managing ordering, delivery, and proper storage.
   Ensure proper usage and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
   
4. Schedule and Budget Management:Assist in maintaining the project schedule, ensuring tasks are completed on time.
   Monitor progress to ensure the project stays on budget and report any discrepancies or delays to the project manager.
   Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
   
5. Quality Control:Conduct regular inspections of the site to ensure that all construction work meets the required quality standards.
   Record any issues or defects and ensure they are resolved promptly.
   
6. Team Coordination:Manage and motivate the team of construction workers and contractors.
   Facilitate communication between workers, project managers, and stakeholders.
   
7. Documentation and Reporting:Maintain accurate records of daily activities, including labor, materials, and any delays or issues.
   Provide regular progress reports to project managers or stakeholders.
   Keep records of site meetings, safety inspections, and incidents.
   

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in construction site supervision or a similar role.
• Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of construction processes, materials, and safety standards.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and manage a diverse team of workers and subcontractors.
• Problem-Solving: Strong ability to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills for interacting with workers, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality control and safety standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in outdoor environments and handle physical tasks, such as walking, standing, and lifting.
• Ability to inspect construction areas and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Supervising a team of retail assistants to ensure smooth operation
• Responsible for the sales of your category of products
• Handle inventory management, housekeeping and merchandising
• Demonstrate outstanding customer service and selling skills, keeping the selling floor stocked with merchandise, assisting in display of merchandise or organizing the selling floor and stock areas.
• Process payments by totaling purchases; processing cash or other credit cards
• Must also be able to deal with customer refunds courteously and professionally

Requirement:

Willing to work on roster based on retail hours.

Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Working hours:

• 6 days roster based (retail hour 10am to 10pm)
• 1 weekday off

Benefits:

1. Training will be provided.

2. Commission. Estimated about S$500 and above. Commission will be given based on personal sales

3. Annual Bonus

4. Annual leave and medical leave

5.Grooming allowance

• Minimum Diploma or bachelors degree
• Minimum 3 years working experience
• Managing the workflow of their employees, creating team schedules and delegating tasks
• Assessing the work performance of their employees and identifying areas that need improvement
• Ensuring that business goals, deadlines and performance standards are met
• Training and onboarding new hires to make sure they understand their roles
• Setting goals for workers and making sure they comply with the company’s plans and vision
• Recommend new employees to the human resources team based on a assessment of their performance
• Reporting performance records and evaluations to HR and senior management

• Check cleaning equipment condition.
• Coach Service team.
• Coordinate and liaise with clients at worksite.
• Facilitate effective communication and engagement at the workplace.
• Handle complaints and feedback from clients.
• Handle reassignment of tasks when needed.
• Identify training needs for all cleaning staff.
• Implement work plans.
• Inspect work done by cleaners daily.
• Interact and build relationship with customers.
• Monitor and follow up on compliance with cleaning procedures, workplace safety and tender specifications.
• Monitor cleaning material stock level and re-order materials when needed.
• Plan out work schedule for cleaners.
• Provide help and guidance to immediate reports.
• Solve operational problems and make decisions.
• Submit daily cleanliness report.
• Supervise team of cleaners in their assigned task.
• Train cleaners and team leaders on service standards.

Requirements

· Proven experience as Supervisor or similar role

· Organizational and leadership abilities

· Communication and interpersonal skills

· Self-motivated with a results-driven approach

· Problem-solving skills

· Must work on weekends/PH.

Responsibilities

· Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate them to employees

· Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules

· Oversee and coach employees,and more than six years of experience requird

· Enforce strict company standards

Responsibilities:

Assist project engineer carry out supervisory roles on the day to day operation on the site

Supervise the sub-contractors work progress on site according to the work schedule

Checking on the quality of material to ensuring of workmanship to achieve the target of schedules.

Lead a team of inspectors and to handle incoming, in-process and finished goods issues in a timely and orderly manner.

Assist project engineer coordinate and oversee all the structural / architectural works on site

Assist engineer monitor and coordinate the works with subcontractors and handling suppliers and sub-contractors problem on site

Ensure site safety and carry out safe work procedures to control risk

In-change and supervise a team of the migrant worker daily operation work

Carry out in-process checks with the quality standards and good practices

Requirements:

Candidate must at least have BCSS certificate

Min 5 year relevant experience in the related field for this position in main-con companies, preferably handle large HDB Project expirence.

Familiar with local standards, project implementation and building codes.

Able to start work within short notice

Responsibilities:

Assist project engineer carry out supervisory roles on the day to day operation on the site

Supervise the sub-contractors work progress on site according to the work schedule

Checking on the quality of material to ensuring of workmanship to achieve the target of schedules.

Lead a team of inspectors and to handle incoming, in-process and finished goods issues in a timely and orderly manner.

Assist project engineer coordinate and oversee all the structural / architectural works on site

Assist engineer monitor and coordinate the works with subcontractors and handling suppliers and sub-contractors problem on site

Ensure site safety and carry out safe work procedures to control risk

In-change and supervise a team of the migrant worker daily operation work

Carry out in-process checks with the quality standards and good practices

Requirements:

Candidate must at least have BCSS certificate

Min 5 year relevant experience in the related field for this position in main-con companies, preferably handle large HDB Project expirence.

Familiar with local standards, project implementation and building codes.

Able to start work within short notice

Responsibilities:

Assist project engineer carry out supervisory roles on the day to day operation on the site

Supervise the sub-contractors work progress on site according to the work schedule

Checking on the quality of material to ensuring of workmanship to achieve the target of schedules.

Lead a team of inspectors and to handle incoming, in-process and finished goods issues in a timely and orderly manner.

Assist project engineer coordinate and oversee all the structural / architectural works on site

Assist engineer monitor and coordinate the works with subcontractors and handling suppliers and sub-contractors problem on site

Ensure site safety and carry out safe work procedures to control risk

In-change and supervise a team of the migrant worker daily operation work

Carry out in-process checks with the quality standards and good practices

Requirements:

Candidate must at least have BCSS certificate

Min 5 year relevant experience in the related field for this position in main-con companies, preferably handle large HDB Project expirence.

Familiar with local standards, project implementation and building codes.

Able to start work within short notice

Responsibilities:

Assist project engineer carry out supervisory roles on the day to day operation on the site

Supervise the sub-contractors work progress on site according to the work schedule

Checking on the quality of material to ensuring of workmanship to achieve the target of schedules.

Lead a team of inspectors and to handle incoming, in-process and finished goods issues in a timely and orderly manner.

Assist project engineer coordinate and oversee all the structural / architectural works on site

Assist engineer monitor and coordinate the works with subcontractors and handling suppliers and sub-contractors problem on site

Ensure site safety and carry out safe work procedures to control risk

In-change and supervise a team of the migrant worker daily operation work

Carry out in-process checks with the quality standards and good practices

Requirements:

Candidate must at least have BCSS certificate

Min 5 year relevant experience in the related field for this position in main-con companies, preferably handle large HDB Project expirence.

Familiar with local standards, project implementation and building codes.

Able to start work within short notice

• To carry out supervisory roles in day-to-day site activities including taking care of workers and coordinating with client’s supervisory staff to manage inspections, etc.
• Ensure that all construction works (civil and structure) are carried out or constructed according to the approved plans and design.
• Ensure all works are carried out within time schedule, follow the safety protocols, and maintain the required quality.
• Coordinate with fellow colleagues from different departments to ensure the smooth transition of works and eliminate abortive works through regular discussions.
• Ensure proper preparation of work areas for subcontractors to carry out their works and ensure adequate materials preparation for execution.
• Monitor the performance of subcontractors, and evaluate the progress and manpower to ensure adequacy and adherence to schedule.
• Keep daily site records of manpower, materials usage, and works status.
• Attends all necessary site progress meetings, and internal meetings as & when required.
• Embraces safety and ensures all practices comply with safety regulations.

Requirements

· Candidate must possess at least a Building Construction Safety Supervisors (BCSS)/ Supervise Construction Work in Workplace Safety and Health Certificate.

· Minimum 3 years’ experience in construction Industry.

· He/she needs to be oaky with 5.5 Working Days

· Ability to work independently and target-oriented in a fast-paced environment.

· Will be based at project site office.

· Ability to interact effectively with project teams and managers at all levels.

· Good with Analytics | Computer literacy

· Attention to details| Numeracy

· Risk Management | Value Engineering

· Time Management & Organization skills| Change Control

Responsibilities:

Assist project engineer carry out supervisory roles on the day to day operation on the site

Supervise the sub-contractors work progress on site according to the work schedule

Checking on the quality of material to ensuring of workmanship to achieve the target of schedules.

Lead a team of inspectors and to handle incoming, in-process and finished goods issues in a timely and orderly manner.

Assist project engineer coordinate and oversee all the structural / architectural works on site

Assist engineer monitor and coordinate the works with subcontractors and handling suppliers and sub-contractors problem on site

Ensure site safety and carry out safe work procedures to control risk

In-change and supervise a team of the migrant worker daily operation work

Carry out in-process checks with the quality standards and good practices

Requirements:

Candidate must at least have BCSS certificate

Min 5 year relevant experience in the related field for this position in main-con companies, preferably handle large HDB Project expirence.

Familiar with local standards, project implementation and building codes.

Able to start work within short notice

. To supervise the current team of cleaners ensuring a high level of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the academy and maintaining the effective running of the team. 2. To be aware of the conditions associated with the cleaning of the academy relating to the academy / site users and to work to the appropriate Health and Safety rules and processes. 3. To use the appropriate equipment, materials, tools and machinery to ensure the job is done effectively. 4. Cleaning duties will include cleaning, washing, sweeping, scrubbing, sanitising, shampooing, vacuum cleaning, polishing and dusting of designated areas as required by the School. 5. Specialist cleaning where requested by the School, i.e. Carpet shampooing. 6. To report any damage / defects to the appropriate person. 7. To liaise with site staff, supervisors and line managers as required.

Responsibilities:

Assist project engineer carry out supervisory roles on the day to day operation on the site

Supervise the sub-contractors work progress on site according to the work schedule

Checking on the quality of material to ensuring of workmanship to achieve the target of schedules.

Lead a team of inspectors and to handle incoming, in-process and finished goods issues in a timely and orderly manner.

Assist project engineer coordinate and oversee all the structural / architectural works on site

Assist engineer monitor and coordinate the works with subcontractors and handling suppliers and sub-contractors problem on site

Ensure site safety and carry out safe work procedures to control risk

In-change and supervise a team of the migrant worker daily operation work

Carry out in-process checks with the quality standards and good practices

Requirements:

Candidate must at least have BCSS certificate

Min 5 year relevant experience in the related field for this position in main-con companies, preferably handle large HDB Project expirence.

Familiar with local standards, project implementation and building codes.

Able to start work within short notice

Description

Job Highlights

Expanding and Dynamic Brand

Incentives and Bonus Available

Medical Insurance and Benefits

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in daily operation tasks (eg: taking orders, cashiering, consolidation of daily sales, attend

to reservation phone calls and serving food & beverages, etc) during your assigned shift to a

consistently high standard.

Oversee and assist in preparing and maintaining a high standard of cocktails and beverages.

Assist in managing the restaurant to meet or exceed standards in food quality, safety, and

cleanliness.

Assist in handling outlet administrative duties and submit all necessary records and paperwork

to corporate office on time.

Assist in planning staff work schedule, conduct staff training, monitor staff performance, and

conduct performance evaluation.

Enforce discipline and ensure proper conduct of all staff whereby create a high level of morale

amongst the staff in outlets.

Supervise and assist in conducting monthly stock check of all inventories

Perform any other duties as assigned by the Outlet Manager

REQUIREMENTS:

Strong customer service and problem-solving skill.

Strong and dynamic personality who is willing to learn new items on food and service.

Strong planning and people management skill to lead a dynamic service team.

Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Flexibility is a must so is the ability to multi-task, work under pressure and with short deadlines.

Able to work in fast-paced F&B environment.

Able to commit weekends and public holidays

Candidate must possess at least 4 years relevant experience in casual dining.

Solid bar experience and skill in preparing cocktails a plus.