FAHAD LATIF
Summary
Hospitality leader with 7+ years of experience across premium restaurants, hotels and high-volume hospitality environments. Trusted with increasing operational responsibility, I lead teams calmly under pressure, make effective operational decisions and deliver exceptional guest experiences. Ready to take the next step into restaurant management.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Duty Manager
Ravintola Teatteri
Helsinki
2022.05 - Current
- Lead daily operations across restaurant, bar and nightlife environments.
- Made independent staffing, labour planning and guest recovery decisions to enhance operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Coach team members through calm, hands-on leadership, during high-pressure service.
- Delivered premium hospitality for VIP guests, diplomatic delegations, private events, and international visitors, ensuring exceptional experiences.
- Managed financial reconciliation and operational reporting, streamlining end-of-day closing procedures.
Shift Leader
Olivia Restaurants
Helsinki
2022.01 - 2022.05
- Selected as part of the opening team for a new restaurant serving 380+ guests on launch day.
- Coordinated staffing, inventory management and service flow in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Waiter
Scandic Hotels
Helsinki
2019.02 - 2022.01
- Coordinated breakfast, conference and à la carte service across multiple Scandic Hotels, enhancing guest experiences at conferences and corporate events.
À la Carte Waiter & Bartender
NJK Restaurant & Bar
Helsinki
2020.06 - 2021.10
- Provided exceptional à la carte dining and beverage service in exclusive waterfront restaurant, enhancing guest experience.
- Coordinated private events and partnered with management on beverage planning and premium wine service, ensuring high standards and customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Hospitality Management -
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
Skills
- Restaurant Operations
- Financial Reporting
- Labour Planning
- VIP Hospitality
- Wine & Beverage Sales
- Team Leadership
- Team Development
- Guest Recovery
Selected Acheivements
- Progressed from front-of-house service to trusted Duty Manager with increasing operational responsibility.
- Led teams of up to 25 employees across high-volume restaurant and nightlife operations.
- Recognised by VIP and returning guests, many of whom requested my service and personalised wine recommendations.
- Consistently delivered premium wine sales, including multiple cellar wines and a €2,600 Champagne sale.
Certification
- Finnish Hygiene Passport
- Finnish Alcohol Serving Passport
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Italian
Advanced
C1
Finnish
Upper Intermediate
B2
Spanish
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Duty Manager
Ravintola Teatteri
2022.05 - Current
Shift Leader
Olivia Restaurants
2022.01 - 2022.05
À la Carte Waiter & Bartender
NJK Restaurant & Bar
2020.06 - 2021.10
Waiter
Scandic Hotels
2019.02 - 2022.01
Bachelor of Hospitality Management -
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences