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Esteban Paredes Velasco

London

Summary

Energetic employee who is well-versed in strong communication and organisational skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions, and managing projects

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

OMA
London
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in menu planning, offering innovative ideas based on popular preferences.
  • Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
  • Managed stock levels efficiently, preventing shortages during peak hours.
  • Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations by regular inspections and maintenance checks.
  • Adapted quickly to different situations, maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
  • Followed food safety and hygiene requirements to protect guests.

Restaurant manager

Sucre London
London
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Encouraged feedback from restaurant customers, using insights to implement positive process changes.
  • Created team building initiatives to encourage upselling and meet revenue targets.
  • Quickly identified problem situations, skilfully resolving incidents to maintain satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Tracked key performance indicators on a weekly basis; identified areas needing improvement.
  • Led by example in providing customers with attentive, professional restaurant service.
  • Trained new team members, enhanced service quality.

Assistant manager

Mere Restaurant
London
02.2020 - 04.2024
  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Addressed customer issues calmly and professionally, delivering quick, successful resolutions.
  • Carefully managed and recorded cash and credit transactions, diminishing financial discrepancies.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures multiple times per week, completing reporting and security tasks.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
  • Trained staff on best practices to achieve optimal productivity.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Delivered tailored assistance to customers with disabilities.

Runner/waiter

Caffe Troppea
London
09.2019 - 02.2020
  • Polished glasses and cutlery to pristine standards.
  • Memorised complete menu and offered guests knowledgeable suggestions.
  • Maintained excellent guest satisfaction by providing attentive, proactive and helpful service.
  • Kept tables clear of used crockery, glassware and cutlery.
  • Cleaned and tidied spaces to maintain visually appealing, organised work locations.
  • Took accurate guest orders and relayed information to kitchen about preferences, requests, or allergens.
  • Communicated clearly with colleagues at multiple levels.
  • Cleaned and set tables quickly after customers left to maximise restaurant capacity.

Education

WSET Level 2 award in Wines -

Wine & Spirit Education Trust
05.2022 - 06.2022

Diploma of Higher Education - Hospitality Manager

HIT Training
London
08.2024

GCSEs - Maths and English

HIT Training
London
02.2024

Certificate of Higher Education - Robotics

Salesianos Zaragoza
Zaragoza
06.2019

Skills

  • Supply negotiation
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Orienting and training
  • Inspiring leadership
  • Strategic research
  • Physical resource management
  • Target motivated
  • Team building
  • Leadership
  • Customer-focused
  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management

Languages

Spanish
Native
English
Advanced
C1
Italian
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Bartender

OMA
03.2025 - Current

Restaurant manager

Sucre London
05.2024 - 02.2025

WSET Level 2 award in Wines -

Wine & Spirit Education Trust
05.2022 - 06.2022

Assistant manager

Mere Restaurant
02.2020 - 04.2024

Runner/waiter

Caffe Troppea
09.2019 - 02.2020

Diploma of Higher Education - Hospitality Manager

HIT Training

GCSEs - Maths and English

HIT Training

Certificate of Higher Education - Robotics

Salesianos Zaragoza
Esteban Paredes Velasco