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Esperienza lavorativa
Istruzione
Languages
Certificazioni
Skills & Competencies
Professional Profile
Cronologia
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STEFANO VANON

STEFANO VANON

Duino Aurisina,Trieste

Panoramica

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Esperienza lavorativa

Bar Mgr

Gitano srls
Duino Aurisina, Trieste
2025.05 - ad oggi
  • Managed inventory, procurement, and supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency
  • Supervised daily operations and team performance, maintaining high service standards
  • Handled cash flow, reporting, and operational control processes
  • Improved workflow efficiency and reduced stock discrepancies

Maitre

DND snc c/o Castello di Spessa
Capriva del Friuli, GO
2023.10 - 2024.02

Wine & Food Pairing Expertise Guest Relations & Hospitality Customer Experience Enhancement

  • Delivered high-end guest experience through personalized service
  • Recommended premium wine and food pairings, increasing customer satisfaction
  • Managed front-of-house operations ensuring service quality

Restaurant / Bar Manager

SRS S.r.l.
Sistiana, TS
2023.06 - 2024.10
  • Managed staff scheduling, training, and daily operations
  • Controlled inventory and supplier relationships, optimizing costs
  • Led team performance and service standards across operations

Maitre Sommelier

El Greco di Giovanni Toso
Puerto Rico de Mogan, Las Palmas - Gran Canaria
2022.11 - 2025.04
  • Wine & Food Pairing Specialist Service Excellence Management Reservation & Seating Coordination
  • Provided expert wine pairing and enhanced guest experience
  • Supervised dining room operations and service flow
  • Managed reservations and seating logistics

Owner

Flight Snc
Trieste, ts
2017.10 - 2023.06
  • Full business management: operations, HR, accounting, and strategy
  • Increased revenue through pricing strategies and promotions
  • Optimized food cost and operational efficiency
  • Developed marketing initiatives to improve brand visibility

Restaurant Manager

Regent Seven Seas, Apollo Group
Miami, Florida
2016.12 - 2017.05
  • Managed P&L, food costs, and operational performance
  • Led multicultural teams of 100+ staff
  • Implemented training programs to improve service standards
  • Ensured compliance with USPH regulations

Assistant F&B Manager

Princess Cruise Line - Santa Clarita
Florida
2012.01 - 2012.04
  • Managed inventory, procurement, and cost control
  • Monitored financial performance and operational KPIs
  • Trained staff to improve efficiency and service quality

Head Sommelier

Princess Cruise Line - Santa Clarita
Florida
2009.01 - 2012.01
  • Managed wine program and beverage operations
  • Increased revenue through upselling strategies
  • Conducted wine tastings and staff training
  • Controlled beverage costs and supplier selection

Istruzione

Liceo Scientifico Michelangelo Buonarroti
Monfalcone
1989-11

Languages

  • Italian: Native proficiency
  • English: Fluent (Professional/Business Level)
    Certifications: TEFL (2022), Business English Course
  • Spanish: Intermediate
  • German: Basic

Certificazioni

Wine & Sommelier Food Safety & Compliance Bartending & Mixology Business & Language HR & Payroll Additional

  • WSET Level 1 & 2 Sommelier | San Francisco, CA (27/03/2013)
  • Wine Tasting Certification (09/04/2023)
  • HACCP Procedures Manager (14/02/2023)
  • ServSafe Certification – Full USPH Awareness & Supervision (11/05/2011)
  • Professional Bartender Certification – Mixology Training (01/2023)
  • F.B.I. American Bartending Course (Planet One, 2002)
  • TEFL Certification – Teaching English as a Foreign Language (12/2022)
  • Business English Certification – Professional English for Corporate Environments
  • ACE (Advanced Excel Certification) (20/06/2010)
  • Payroll & Contributions Management – Online Course (12/2022)
  • A.I.B.E.S. Certification (09/1996)

Skills & Competencies

  • P&L Management & Cost Optimization
  • Team Leadership (30+ staff)
  • Procurement & Supplier Negotiation
  • Hospitality Operations Management
  • Inventory & Waste Reduction
  • Revenue Growth & Upselling Strategies
  • Staff Training & Performance Management
  • Advanced Excel & Business Analysis

Professional Profile

Senior Food & Beverage Manager with 15+ years of international experience across Europe and the US, specializing in operations management, cost control, and team leadership.

Proven ability to improve profitability, optimize processes, and lead high-performing teams of 30+ staff in fast-paced hospitality environments.

Strong analytical mindset with advanced Excel and business tools, combined with a hands-on leadership approach focused on efficiency, service quality, and revenue growth.

Cronologia

Bar Mgr

Gitano srls
2025.05 - ad oggi

Maitre

DND snc c/o Castello di Spessa
2023.10 - 2024.02

Restaurant / Bar Manager

SRS S.r.l.
2023.06 - 2024.10

Maitre Sommelier

El Greco di Giovanni Toso
2022.11 - 2025.04

Owner

Flight Snc
2017.10 - 2023.06

Restaurant Manager

Regent Seven Seas, Apollo Group
2016.12 - 2017.05

Assistant F&B Manager

Princess Cruise Line - Santa Clarita
2012.01 - 2012.04

Head Sommelier

Princess Cruise Line - Santa Clarita
2009.01 - 2012.01

Liceo Scientifico Michelangelo Buonarroti
STEFANO VANON