I have been working in Hospitality industry for more than 30 years, along my career I have covered different positions, starting from commis waiter to Bar Manager and Maître d’hôtel. I have accrued experience in every single aspect of the job. I am guest orientated; I find satisfaction when the guest is satisfied, I have dealt with complaints and grievances. I am a hard worker, I never look at the working time in terms of limitation and I am always working as time required. For the last 14 years I am working for Costa Crociere (one of the biggest cruise line company in Europe belonging to Carnival Cruise Corporation, which in fact is the biggest cruise line in the world) I am Food and Beverage Director, in my position, I manage more than 600 people and I am in charge of every single aspect of the department. On board of our ships we have several restaurants and many bars, two - three or more kitchens that we have to manage in a smooth way as possible, respecting USPH rules, we provide standard silver service, high level silver service, we have a buffet restaurant self-service, ethnical restaurant, etc. In my job I have to analyze costs , up-selling , I have to propose new promotions , I’ll try to develop new business opportunities , try to find new market segment as innovative business and quality of service , I am in charge to plan, control and deliver services, ensure procedures are followed as per company policies, etc. What I am looking for: Hotel Manager position I am looking for a Hotel group or an exclusive Hotel with innovative view. A hotel where to present a project based on business development with innovation. A project that will include smart cost saving, creation of a high professional employee standard in possess of a good knowledge of English language. Attitude to satisfy the guest, research and application of new segment of business, development of Banqueting, conferences, excursions and etc. A place where to invest in professionalism and Human resources in order to become exclusive more than a conventional way. I am looking for a property to manage which will built trust between employees and employers. A place where the General Manager even if responding to the necessity and guidelines of the head office, has a skill and proactivity to step ahead in order to achieve better result in terms of Revenue & Guest satisfaction. I would like to become a GM in this kind of challenging environment in order to show a measurable skill, a measurable business development and career path. I am looking for a competitive salary and a long term contract. Responsibilities at my current job: Job title: F & B Director Line Manager: Hotel Director Managed Resources: more than 600 Managed Budget: more than £10,000,000 including ( Food cost, Beverage cost of sales, Revenue Targets, Inventory Budgets, Equipment and Maintenance incidental ) Technical Skills: - Team Organization (Planning, Scheduling and Management) - Cost and Revenue Management - Guest Handling (Issue resolution process and communication) - Bars: Product knowledge, outlets organization and beverage trends - Galleys: Knowledge of galley stations functionality and structure, operational hours and production times - Restaurants: Floor management, rank assignments and duties - MS Office package (Words, Excels, Powerpoints)

I would like to work as a HD or F&B Director in a professional envirnonment, or contribute to create it. I am looking for a permanent position as full time, flexiable working hours, salary expected to be negotiated