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Michele Drusacchi

Michele Drusacchi

Meina,Via per Ghevio 5

Summary

Strategic planner and operational Ho.Re.Ca. Leader with strong background improving performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability of departmental and organisational operations.

Skilled in Project Management and Pre-Opening, with particular focus on all F&B Operations.

Practiced in work in international scenario, managing multicultural teams.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work history

Operation Manager

GRUPPO UNA SPA
Lido di Camaiore, Italy
03.2024 - Current

- UNA ESPERIENZE Versilia Lido

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- UNA HOTEL Villa Manin Viareggio

  • Supervised daily operations, acting as point of contact for any queries or obstacles.
  • Reduced costs and improved operations by analysing processes and customer feedback.
  • Oversaw equipment availability and maintenance to guarantee optimal operations.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
  • Constantly met profitability targets by monitoring operational performance against agreed KPIs and promptly addressing areas for improvement.
  • Monitored and reviewed operational performance, aiding improved business strategy to maximise productivity.
  • Oversaw staff planning, ensuring adequate resources and capacity to meet prioritised demand.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
  • Directed daily operations, ensuring smooth business continuity.

General Manager - Operations

Cool Inc.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
02.2022 - 02.2024
  • Financial: Budget and P&L, Pricing Strategy, Revenue Management. Analyze operations to improve restaurant efficiency and service levels.
  • HR: . Recruiting, interviewing, training, appraising and all expect of HR Management, in support of HR Dep. Effectively managed payroll and HR processes, including paperwork completion for new hires and terminations. Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations, immediately identifying and remedying violations. Strategically reviewed and planned restaurant staffing levels based on evolving service demands.
  • Marketing and PR: Supporting and helping to create a correct marketing strategy for restaurant, Social Media, Yearly F&B and Marketing Plan, etc etc
  • Project and Venue: Lay-out, design and creation of venue in support of Project Manager. Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
  • IT & Support: Setting of all operating system.
  • Furniture, OS&E: Choice, purchase of all Furniture and OS&E

Manager Gaddi's - Peninsula HK

Shangai Hotel Limited Collection
Hong Kong, Hong Kong - China
02.2018 - 10.2021

Freelance F&B Consultant

Self Employed
04.2016 - 01.2018

Working as Consultant for different Hospitality Companies such as:

  • Cannavacciuolo Group (ITA) - Restaurant General Manager
  • Hotel Parco San Marco (ITA) - Food and Beverage Manager
  • Aubaine Restaurants Group (Dubai) - Restaurant General Manager

Assistant Restaurant General Manager

L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon
London, United Kingdom
02.2014 - 03.2016

2 Restaurants, 1 Bar, Banqueting and Private Events

Restaurant Manager

GRUPPO UNA SPA - Villa Le Maschere
Barberino del Mugello, Italy
01.2013 - 12.2013

3 Restaurants, 2 Bars, Room Service and Banqueting.

Restaurant Manager

VILLA D'ESTE GROUP - Villa La Massa
Bagno a Ripoli, Italy
03.2008 - 11.2012

2 Restaurants, 1 Bar, Room Service and Banqueting.

OWNER

Le Maschere Restaurant & Lounge SNC
Arona
02.2003 - 01.2009

Assistant Maitre D / Assistant Bar Manager

EDEN ROC
Ascona, Switzerland
03.2002 - 02.2003

Floor Manager

MEDI Restaurant
New York, United States of America
06.2001 - 02.2002

Restaurant Manager - Don Carlos

Grand Hotel et de Milan
Milano, Italy
02.2000 - 06.2001

Assistant Maitre' D

Grand Hotel et des Iles Borromèes
Stresa, Italy
03.1997 - 11.1997

Commis de Rang

VICTORIA JUNGFRAU
Interlaken, Switzerland
05.1996 - 03.1997

Commis de Rang

P&O Princess Cruises
Worldwide
04.1994 - 10.1994

Commis de Rang

THE WATERSIDE INN
Bray on Thames, United Kingdom
06.1991 - 03.1992

Commis de Rang

SUVRETTA HOUSE
St. Moritz, Switzerland
07.1990 - 04.1991

Education

Technical Certificate of Fire Safety - Fire Safety

Fire Departement
Vigili del Fuoco - Lucca
12.2024 -

HACCP -

Tharsos
Camaiore, Provincia di Lucca
04.2001 -

Certificate First Aid -

Tharsos
Camaiore, Provincia Di Lucca
05-2024

Certificate - Revenue Management with Service Cycles

Cornell University
Ithaca, USA
03-2020

HABC Lvl 2 Award in Health and Safety - Health and Safety

UK Government
London, UK
10-2016

HABC Level 2 Award for Personal License Holder (QCF) - Hospitality

UK Government
London, UK
08-2016

Advanced Certificate in “Food & Beverage Management in Hotel Industry” - Food & Beverage

Se.Se.F SRL
Bologna, Italy
11-2012

Professional Sommelier - Sommelier

Associazione Italiana Sommelier
Italy
05-2003

Technical Professional Hotel Licence - Hotellerie

Istituto Professionale Alberghiero E. Maggia
Stresa, Italy
06-1990

Skills

  • Financial Budgeting, P&L Management, Revenue Management and Revenue Generation, Strategic Planning
  • HR Recruiting, Training, KPI and Performance Management
  • Marketing and PR
  • Project Management, Pre-Opening
  • Menu Planning and Engineering
  • Strong work Ethic
  • Leadership Skills
  • Guest Experience and Customer Satisfaction Oriented
  • Informatics Knowledge

Languages

Italian
Native language
French
Advanced
C1
English
Advanced
C1
German
Intermediate
B1
Spanish
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Technical Certificate of Fire Safety - Fire Safety

Fire Departement
12.2024 -

Operation Manager

GRUPPO UNA SPA
03.2024 - Current

General Manager - Operations

Cool Inc.
02.2022 - 02.2024

Manager Gaddi's - Peninsula HK

Shangai Hotel Limited Collection
02.2018 - 10.2021

Freelance F&B Consultant

Self Employed
04.2016 - 01.2018

Assistant Restaurant General Manager

L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon
02.2014 - 03.2016

Restaurant Manager

GRUPPO UNA SPA - Villa Le Maschere
01.2013 - 12.2013

Restaurant Manager

VILLA D'ESTE GROUP - Villa La Massa
03.2008 - 11.2012

OWNER

Le Maschere Restaurant & Lounge SNC
02.2003 - 01.2009

Assistant Maitre D / Assistant Bar Manager

EDEN ROC
03.2002 - 02.2003

Floor Manager

MEDI Restaurant
06.2001 - 02.2002

HACCP -

Tharsos
04.2001 -

Restaurant Manager - Don Carlos

Grand Hotel et de Milan
02.2000 - 06.2001

Assistant Maitre' D

Grand Hotel et des Iles Borromèes
03.1997 - 11.1997

Commis de Rang

VICTORIA JUNGFRAU
05.1996 - 03.1997

Commis de Rang

P&O Princess Cruises
04.1994 - 10.1994

Commis de Rang

THE WATERSIDE INN
06.1991 - 03.1992

Commis de Rang

SUVRETTA HOUSE
07.1990 - 04.1991

Certificate First Aid -

Tharsos

Certificate - Revenue Management with Service Cycles

Cornell University

HABC Lvl 2 Award in Health and Safety - Health and Safety

UK Government

HABC Level 2 Award for Personal License Holder (QCF) - Hospitality

UK Government

Advanced Certificate in “Food & Beverage Management in Hotel Industry” - Food & Beverage

Se.Se.F SRL

Professional Sommelier - Sommelier

Associazione Italiana Sommelier

Technical Professional Hotel Licence - Hotellerie

Istituto Professionale Alberghiero E. Maggia
Michele Drusacchi