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Alina Vatan

Toronto

Summary

Warm, detail-oriented hospitality professional with over 6 years of experience delivering exceptional guest experiences in high-end restaurants. Passionate about creating a welcoming and elegant atmosphere where every guest feels valued from the very first moment. Now seeking to bring my interpersonal skills, calm professionalism, and fine-dining insight into a full-time Hostess position, where I can serve as the face of first-class service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Server Assistant

DaNico
05.2024 - Current
  • Greet and assist guests in a fine dining environment, providing a warm and professional first impression
  • Support the host team during high-traffic periods by helping manage seating and guest flow
  • Communicate effectively with kitchen and FOH staff to ensure smooth service coordination
  • Maintain a clean, polished dining area and assist in opening and closing duties
  • Respond to guest needs and special requests with attention to detail and elegance

Head Bartender

Buca Osteria & Enoteca
09.2022 - 05.2024
  • Delivered exceptional guest service in a refined fine dining atmosphere
  • Greeted guests at the bar and assisted with table waitlists during peak hours
  • Supported host team by helping coordinate guest seating and managing high-volume flow
  • Trained new team members in service standards, drink preparation, and guest interaction
  • Developed creative cocktails and implemented upselling techniques to enhance guest experience
  • Maintained a clean and professional bar area in line with health and safety standards

Supervisor

Cafe Slodki Wentzl
03.2018 - 07.2022
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management And Restaurant

Andrzej Frycza Modziewskiego
Krakow, Poland
03-2022

Skills

  • Guest reception & first impression service
  • Reservation and seating flow coordination
  • Strong multitasking under pressure
  • Upscale hospitality etiquette
  • POS systems & willingness to learn OpenTable
  • Clean, organized and polished front desk presence

Languages

English
Full Professional
Ukraine
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Full Professional

Certification

Smart Server

Timeline

Server Assistant

DaNico
05.2024 - Current

Head Bartender

Buca Osteria & Enoteca
09.2022 - 05.2024

Supervisor

Cafe Slodki Wentzl
03.2018 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management And Restaurant

Andrzej Frycza Modziewskiego

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