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Daniel Zalewski

London,ENG

Summary

Ever since I can remember, I have embraced challenges as opportunities for growth. I firmly believe that it is through overcoming challenges that we push ourselves to new heights and expand our capabilities. My enthusiasm for gaining new experiences and testing my abilities has been a driving force throughout my career. I'm deeply committed to continuous self-improvement and strive to be the best version of myself, both personally and professionally.

In every role I undertake, my aim is to lead by example and inspire others to excel. I'm passionate about supporting and motivating my team members, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. As a part of the management team in the hospitality industry, I'm dedicated to leveraging my skills and experience to drive success, exceed expectations, and contribute to the overall growth and excellence of the company.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Assistant General Manager

The Green Room
London, City of London
09.2025 - Current
  • Conducted regular employee training to enhance skillsets.
  • Streamlined operational efficiency for enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated marketing campaigns to boost brand visibility.
  • Represented organisations at seminars, conferences and business events.
  • Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
  • Managed recruitment process, brought talented professionals on board.

Restaurant manager

Caffee Concerto
London, City of London
11.2024 - 04.2025
  • Ensured compliance to health and safety regulations for safe dining environment.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers for better inventory management.
  • Monitored stock levels regularly; minimised waste and over-ordering incidents.
  • Coordinated events and parties to increase restaurant revenue.
  • Increased table turnover rate with efficient floor management.
  • Managed daily operations for smooth restaurant functioning.

Assistant general manager

Côte Brasserie
London
11.2022 - 09.2023
  • Identified individual training needs and introduced tailored training initiatives.
  • Overseeing compliance with required regulations and control over P&L.
  • Making sure restaurant was 'Audit-ready'.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired high-performing individuals, developing passionate, dedicated teams.
  • Addressed customer issues calmly and professionally, delivering quick, successful resolutions.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures multiple times per week, completing reporting and security tasks.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.

Assistant General Manager

Antipodea
London
06.2022 - 10.2022

Key Responsibilities;

  • Drafted procedural statements and guidelines for company-wide use.
  • Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
  • Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
  • Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.

Assistant General Manager

Pizza Madre
London
12.2021 - 06.2022

Key Responsibilities ;

  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Created digital file classification system for company-wide use.
  • Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
  • Controlled resources by department or project and tracked use in Excel.

Skills

  • Outstanding customer service
  • Job focussed
  • Self-motivated
  • Unaffected by work under pressure
  • Risk management processes and analysis
  • Process optimisation
  • P&L management
  • Training delivery
  • Quick problem solver
  • Committed team player
  • Cost management
  • Project planning
  • Stock oversight
  • Organised

Certification

  • Certificate - Employment Law
  • Certificate - Food Allergens
  • Certificate - Food Safety Lv2
  • Certificate - Health and Safety Lv2
  • Certificate - Introduction to Management
  • Certificate - Leadership
  • Certificate - ''Service that Sells''

Languages

Polish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Polish
Native

Affiliations

  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Ethics
  • Reading
  • Hiking / Walks

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

The Green Room
09.2025 - Current

Restaurant manager

Caffee Concerto
11.2024 - 04.2025

Assistant general manager

Côte Brasserie
11.2022 - 09.2023

Assistant General Manager

Antipodea
06.2022 - 10.2022

Assistant General Manager

Pizza Madre
12.2021 - 06.2022
Daniel Zalewski