ELENA LUCIANA VATUIU
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated professional seeking to transition into Architectural Interior Design, combining a lifelong background in customer service with a genuine passion for design and creating functional, visually appealing spaces. Experienced in understanding client requirements, delivering exceptional service, and building strong relationships, with a commitment to bringing creativity, attention to detail, and a client-centred mindset to every design project. Eager to contribute to a dynamic design team while developing professional expertise within the industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Bellini Italian Restaurant
Woking, SRY
2024.06 - Current
- Analysed customer feedback and implemented strategies to improve service.
- Greeted guests at tables and attended to guest needs to promote customer service and satisfaction.
- Organized and conducted pre-shift meetings to review specials, menu changes, and house counts.
- Circulated throughout restaurant facilities and kitchen areas to monitor and maintain food quality and service standards.
Bartender
Bacaro
Woking, SRY
2022.02 - 2023.04
- Kept bar organized and clean during busy hours.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests.
- Checked customer identification to verify age requirements for alcohol purchases.
Education
Cambridge Technical Diploma - Art and Design
Woking College
Woking2024-07
BA (Hons) - Interior Design Environment Architecture
Ravensbourne University London
London2028-05
BTEC National Extended Certificate - Business
Woking College
WokingSkills
- Creative & Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Decision making & Organised
- Time Management
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
- Operations management
- Supervisory skills
- Decision making
Languages
Italian
First Language
Romanian
Proficient
C2
Interests
- Art and design exhibitions
- Sketching and drawing
- Digital design and creative software
- Photography
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
Bellini Italian Restaurant
2024.06 - Current
Bartender
Bacaro
2022.02 - 2023.04
Cambridge Technical Diploma - Art and Design
Woking College
BA (Hons) - Interior Design Environment Architecture
Ravensbourne University London
BTEC National Extended Certificate - Business
Woking College