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Merle Stevanato

Merle Stevanato

F&B Director
Munich

Summary

A purposeful, energetic and empathic F&B Operator with a hands on mentality. Work experience since 2007, from casual dining concepts to Fine Dining.


Accomplished 4 new openings, including a michelin star restaurant "Tian" - awarded number 1 vegetarian restaurant in germany - and a fine dining german restaurant in Shanghai.


Success comes with a team built on trust, working shoulder to shoulder to bring the best out of each other.


Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

F&B Operation Manager

DO & CO Hotel Munich
Munich
09.2021 - Current


  • Manage and direct all F&B for the opening of two concepts within a Boutique Hotel. Japanese Fine Dining & all day casual dining Bistro - mediterranean inspired
  • Diligent work ethic, leading teams and efficient processes through a constant presence on the floor and side by side mentoring.
  • Hired an international team, by looking for characters who are willing to create a unique place with the ability to build strong customer relationships, and talent to be developed as Brand Ambassadors.
  • Ensure of DO & CO Quality Standards through regular quality spot checks in close cooperation with the all HOD´s and Teams.
  • Acted as Event Manager so to guarantee the right profile of guests and maximise revenue
  • Assign and delegate responsibilities of purchasing & logistics regarding ordering & delivery processes, suppliers & inventory

General Manager

Kull & Weinzierl Gastronomie & Hotellerie
Munich
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • In Charge of the most successful pizzeria in Munich while preparing the opening for a new site and concept – Asian/Mediterranean Fusion Cuisine with Focus on Budgeting and Forecasting, Wine and Food menu designing, Crockery and Equipment purchasing, Supplier Engagement and Team building.


  • Due to corona, my work shifted to Packaging and website creation, ordering systems, allocation of drivers and teams – we were then able to maintain 2 new streams of revenue – food delivery and a food truck - and be the most profitable venue in the group.


Restaurantmanager

Käfer
Munich
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Manage the day to day operation of a multifaceted venue with 480 seats including indoor main dining area, private dining rooms, terraces, wedding and event locations.
  • Trained and supervised a team of 25 full time waiters plus temporary and junior staff
  • High volume and fast paced decisions in order to maximise revenue while ensuring the best possible service
  • Primary contact and decision maker when it comes to booking and returning tables, guest satisfaction and event/special requests

Education

High School Diploma -

Theresia Gerhardinger Mädchen Realschule
Munich, Germany
09.2001 - 07.2007

Skills

Resources Management

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Certification

Certified Sommelier, IHK-Koblenz - 2016 to 2017

Interests

Champagne Wines

Stock Market

Timeline

F&B Operation Manager

DO & CO Hotel Munich
09.2021 - Current

General Manager

Kull & Weinzierl Gastronomie & Hotellerie
01.2020 - 08.2022

Restaurantmanager

Käfer
08.2018 - 02.2019

High School Diploma -

Theresia Gerhardinger Mädchen Realschule
09.2001 - 07.2007

Certified Sommelier, IHK-Koblenz - 2016 to 2017

Merle Stevanato F&B Director