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Hospitality Premier Staffing Solutions
Hi! I'm David
Before moving into the recruitment business I worked as a Restaurant Manager and Sommelier in luxury hotels and Michelin Star Restaurants.
I love the industry and understand the career challenges and opportunities it presents.
I now work with some of the best luxury hotels and fine dining restaurants in the UK and beyond.
If you are serious about your hospitality career I would be happy to help you take the next step in your journey.
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Career Highlights
Specialist Hospitality Recruiter
Started my recruitment career at CaterPeople. Here, I had the opportunity to work with excellent hospitality professionals and properties including: Lympstone Manor, Seren Collection, Whatley Manor, to name a few.
Mar 07, 2016Restaurant Career
In my 15 years in Hospitality, I had the opportunity to work in 4 and 5-star Luxury Hotels and also in Rosette and 2 Michelin star properties. I learned my craft from starting as a Commis de Rang and worked my way up to Management. I retain a passion for service, particularly wine service. I continue to work for friends in the industry when time allows.
Feb 01, 2001Education and Awards
My higher education was in languages and I speak fluent Spanish, Italian and French as well as my native Portuguese and English. I hold a WSET level 3 qualification and CMS Wine Certificate. I have been lucky enough to compete in a range of hospitality competitions, winning Waiter of The Year at Hotelympia on one occasion.
Jun 15, 2005