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Julian Vance

Senior F&B Operations Manager

Orchestrating award-winning dining experiences and optimizing hospitality operations for over a decade. Specializing in financial turnaround, team empowerment, and conceptualizing high-end culinary concepts that drive revenue and guest satisfaction.

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Professional Journey

A track record of elevating standards, optimizing costs, and leading large-scale hospitality teams to operational excellence.

2019 - Present

Director of Food & Beverage

The Azure Grand Hotel
  • Orchestrated a comprehensive F&B restructuring, increasing total departmental revenue by 35% ($4.2M to $5.6M) within 18 months.
  • Implemented advanced inventory tracking protocols, reducing overall food and beverage waste by 22% quarter-over-quarter.
  • Lead and empower a diverse team of 120+ staff across 4 outlets, banquet operations, and in-room dining.
  • Spearheaded the design and launch of a rooftop mixology lounge, achieving ROI within the first 6 months of operation.
2015 - 2019

General Manager

Brasserie Lumière
  • Directed daily operations of a 200-seat fine dining venue, leading the team to secure a Michelin Plate recognition in 2018.
  • Optimized global supply chain and vendor negotiations, realizing $150k in annual cost savings without compromising ingredient quality.
  • Conceptualized and launched a highly successful B2B corporate catering division, adding a new 15% revenue stream.
  • Maintained a staff retention rate 30% higher than the industry average through progressive training and incentive programs.
2013 - 2015

Restaurant Operations Consultant

JV Hospitality Solutions (Freelance)
  • Successfully executed turnaround strategies for 4 failing independent restaurants, achieving profitability within an average of 8 months.
  • Led digital transformation initiatives, replacing legacy systems with modern POS (Oracle Micros, Toast) and reservation platforms.
  • Designed and delivered comprehensive SOP manuals and conducted intensive training for over 50 managerial staff members.

Technical Stack Radar

A balanced fusion of rigorous financial acumen, operational leadership, and technological proficiency.

Operations & Finance

P&L Accountability95%
Supply Chain Management90%
Financial Forecasting85%
SOP Development98%

Tech Ecosystem

Proficient in modern hospitality tech stacks to drive efficiency.

Oracle Micros Toast POS SevenRooms MarketMan Opera PMS BinWise ADP Workforce

Leadership & Soft Skills

  • Crisis Management & Conflict Resolution
  • Cross-cultural Team Empowerment
  • High-Profile VIP Relations
  • Culinary Concept Conceptualization
  • Quality Assurance Auditing

Case Studies & Turnarounds

Real-world applications of strategic planning transforming struggling venues into market leaders.

Restaurant Interior Revamp

The Coastal Revamp

Complete operational overhaul of a historic beachfront venue operating at a deficit. Conducted deep menu engineering, renegotiated supplier contracts, and retrained front-of-house staff. Transformed the business into a high-margin enterprise within 8 months.

Tech Stack Integration
Micros POS MarketMan OpenTable
Fine Dining Prep

Urban Farm-to-Table Launch

Built the operational framework from scratch for a highly anticipated 150-seat sustainable dining concept. Designed workflow ergonomics for the open kitchen, established local farm supply chains, and structured the pre-opening training matrix.

Tech Stack Integration
Toast POS SevenRooms Homebase
Boutique Hotel Dining

Boutique Hotel F&B Integration

Seamlessly integrated disparate F&B outlets (lobby bar, room service, main dining) into a unified operational model for a luxury boutique property. Streamlined ordering processes, boosting cross-outlet upsell revenue by an unprecedented 40%.

Tech Stack Integration
Opera PMS Silverware
Wine Cellar

Bespoke Wine Program

Curated a comprehensive 500-label cellar focusing on organic and biodynamic vintages. Implemented strict inventory controls and conducted rigorous sommelier training. The program resulted in a prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

Tech Stack Integration
BinWise Excel Modeling

Academic & Professional Credentials

Continuous learning and formal education establishing a strong foundation in hospitality management.

2009 - 2013

BSc Hospitality Management

Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration
2016

WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

Wine & Spirit Education Trust
2020

Advanced Food Safety Management

National Restaurant Association (ServSafe)

Endorsements

What industry leaders and colleagues say about my leadership and operational execution.

"Julian possesses a rare combination of sharp financial intuition and a genuine passion for hospitality. His ability to dissect a P&L and simultaneously inspire a massive F&B team is nothing short of remarkable. He completely transformed our hotel's dining landscape."

Marcus Sterling
VP of Operations, Azure Hotels Group

"Working under Julian's management at Brasserie Lumière was the most formative period of my career. He sets incredibly high standards but provides the tools, training, and empathy needed to reach them. A true mentor in the culinary world."

Elena Rostova
Executive Chef

"When our venue was struggling post-launch, bringing Julian on as a consultant saved our business. He quickly identified the operational leaks, implemented robust tech solutions, and stopped the bleeding within weeks. Highly recommended for any turnaround."

David Chen
Restaurateur & Investor

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Available for executive roles, targeted consulting missions, or exploratory discussions regarding high-level hospitality projects.