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David Kupsky

@davidkupsky

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Driven Business and Management graduate with strong leadership skills.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my leadership skills in a dynamic environment, with opportunities for growth and development.

I am a driven and results-oriented Business and Management graduate with a First-Class degree from the University of Portsmouth. My academic journey has equipped me with a solid foundation in economics, accounting, and law, which I have applied in various leadership roles throughout my career.

Currently, I serve as the Deputy Hotel Manager at Whitbread, where I oversee a diverse team of approximately 20 individuals. My responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, enhancing guest satisfaction, and managing operational efficiency. I thrive in dynamic environments, having worked in different cultural settings, which has honed my adaptability and interpersonal skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Deputy Hotel Manager

Current

Whitbread

Jun 2024 - Present (11 months)

Oversees a team of approximately 20 staff across reception, kitchen, and housekeeping. Ensures safety and security compliance, guest satisfaction, monitors performance, and manages recruitment, training, scheduling, payroll, and stock take.

Team Management Compliance Security Compliance Performance Monitoring Recruitment Training Scheduling Payroll

Student Committee Member

University of Portsmouth

Oct 2021 - Jun 2024 (2 years 8 months)

Joined the student committee to reflect on student experiences, connect with peers to discuss improvements, and share insights with university leaders. Contributed to enhancing the overall university experience for students.

Student Representation Communication Collaboration University Relations Advocacy

Treasurer

Skydiving Society

Sep 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year)

Managed all society accounts, organized and planned events, and raised funds from members to support organizational activities. Ensured financial transparency and successful event execution.

Financial Management Account Management Fundraising Budgeting Planning

Acting Hotel Manager

Travelodge

Dec 2021 - Feb 2022 (2 months)

Managed all hotel operations for eight weeks under time pressure, including health and safety, banking, fire safety, ordering, stock control, and rota creation. Conducted interviews and managed a team of 20 to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Hotel Management Operations Management Health and Safety Financial Management Inventory Management Rota Creation Team Leadership Interviewing

Duty Manager / FOH

Whitbread

Jun 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Responsible for hotel safety, ensuring daily tasks are completed, and critical procedures like health and safety and food safety are followed. Managed financial documents, participated in hotel decisions, and assisted with hiring processes.

Health And Safety Management Health and Safety Financial Management Team Coordination Compliance

Receptionist

Travelodge

Jun 2021 - Apr 2022 (10 months)

Maintained professionalism with customers during check-in and was trained in all hotel areas including bar, kitchen, reception, and housekeeping. Gained experience in opening and closing shifts, balancing spreadsheets, and covering shifts at other locations.

Customer Service Bar Service

Office Administrator

Optex

Aug 2019 - Aug 2021 (2 years)

Ensured a safe working environment during the COVID-19 pandemic by maintaining office standards and enforcing health and safety procedures. Responsible for overall workplace safety and compliance.

Health and Safety Compliance Office Management Pandemic Response

Leader

Local Youth Board

Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)

Led the creation of social action projects to support various organizations, including food banks, guide dog charities, Thames Water, and elderly care homes. Facilitated community engagement and project execution.

Community Engagement Social Action Fundraising Event Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Portsmouth

BA (Hons), Business and Management

Grade: First Class

Activities and societies: Joined the student committee to reflect on student experiences, discuss areas for improvement, and share insights with university leaders to enhance the overall university experience. Served as Treasurer for the Skydiving Society, managing accounts, organizing events, and raising funds from members for the organization.

Achieved a First-Class degree in Business and Management. The curriculum included core subjects such as economics, accounting, and law, providing a comprehensive understanding of business principles.

Furze Platt Senior School

A Levels, Various

Grade: B, A*, A

Activities and societies: Participated in the NCS award program. Started the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.

Completed three A-levels or equivalent in Geography, Business Studies, and Digital Media. Achieved grades of B, A*, and A respectively.

Furze Platt Senior School

GCSEs, Various

Grade: 9 GCSE grades A-C (9-4)

Activities and societies: Served as a local youth board leader, creating social action projects to assist organizations such as the Food Bank, Guide Dogs, Thames Water, and elderly homes.

Achieved 9 GCSE grades ranging from A-C (9-4). Certificates are available upon request.