Kerem Katırcıoğlu
@keremkatrcolu
Experienced hospitality professional delivering Michelin-level service and team leadership.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated hospitality professional with over 8 years of experience in high-end dining and luxury service environments, including Michelin-standard operations. I consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high service standards and strong work ethic.
I have progressed through roles from internship to assistant manager, leading and training service teams, managing floor operations, and handling VIP clients across venues in Turkey and Dubai. My strengths include silver service, employee training, adaptive multitasking, and resolving customer issues efficiently.
I bring proven leadership, a focus on staff development, and a commitment to operational excellence that improves guest satisfaction and supports upscale restaurant performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Manager
White Rabbit Family
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Supervised daily operations in a fine dining venue, led and trained service staff to uphold Michelin-level standards, and resolved customer issues to maintain high satisfaction.
VIP Waiter
La Cantina du Faubourg
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)
Delivered personalized VIP service in a luxury dining environment, anticipating guest needs and maintaining high service standards to ensure satisfaction.
Supervisor
White Rabbit Family
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Managed floor staff and ensured smooth service flow during peak hours, oversaw guest relations and handled VIP clients to sustain high service standards.
Waiter
Biblos Resort
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Provided premium table service at a resort restaurant, ensuring timely and attentive service in a high-demand environment.
Waiter
Ristorante Loren
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Provided table service in a fast-paced fine dining setting, maintaining service quality and supporting guest satisfaction during busy shifts.
Waiter
White Rabbit Family
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)
Delivered premium table service as part of the first White Rabbit Family restaurant in Turkey, maintaining Michelin and silver service standards in a busy fine dining setting.
Intern
Ottoman Palace
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)
Gained hands-on experience in hotel operations and guest service basics, assisting senior staff with front-of-house tasks.
Intern
Ottoman Konak
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)
Assisted senior staff in front-of-house hospitality services, supporting daily operations and guest interactions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Eastern Mediterranean University
Bachelor of Arts, Hospitality Management
2019 - 2023
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management focused on hospitality operations and guest service standards.
Mugla Sitki Kocman University
Architecture
2016 - 2019
Studied Architecture with coursework in design and technical principles.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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