Ján Baláž
Bratislava,Slovakia
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in communication and organizational management. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions. Strong work ethic and commitment to achieving objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Junior manager
Gymkhana (2 Michelin stars)
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensured smooth workflow within the restaurant.
- Liaised with senior management for strategic decision making.
- Implemented new procedures, improved overall efficiency of the restaurant.
- Facilitated training and put in place reliable approaches to gauge team productivity
Senior Head Waiter later Supervisor
Gymkhana (1 Michelin star)
London
06.2019 - 08.2023
Supervisor / Floor manager
Short-term contracts, Agencies
London
05.2017 - 12.2018
Multiple short-duration jobs in hospitality sector, regularly responsible for teams of 5-7 to 20-25 staff at prestigious events across London, secured through agencies or directly.
Supervisor
The Magazine Restaurant
06.2017 - 12.2017
Head Waiter
Harlequin Restaurant at Kingsway Hotel
05.2016 - 05.2017
Waiter
The High Rocks, Royal Tonbridge Wells
09.2015 - 12.2015
Energy auditor
Grucon s.r.o.
06.2014 - 01.2015
Worked as a member of a specialized technical team led by Doc. Ing. Otto Mierka, PhD. , contributing to the following energy audit projects:
- MECOM GROUP s.r.o. – Humenné
- MECOM GROUP s.r.o. – Lučenec
- Slovnaft a.s.
Internship
Enel group – Power Plant Vojany (SE-EVO)
08.2014 - 08.2014
Internship
Evonik Fermas s.r.o.
01.2014 - 02.2014
Internship
VUCHT a.s
08.2013 - 08.2013
Education
Chemical Engineering – Additional Courses
Graz University of Technology, TU Graz
Graz 02.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
Bratislava 09.2010 - 06.2013
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
Bratislava 09.2013 - 06.2015
Skills
- Restaurant administration
- Staff Coordination & Training
- Certified First Aider in UK
- Team supervision
- Office 365 proficient
- Programming in Matlab
Languages
Slovak
Native
English
Fluent
Awards
- Three-time Award from the Slovak Society of Chemical Engineering (SSCHE)
- Dean's Award for outstanding academic performance in Chemical Engineering
- Rector's Award from the Slovak University of Technology for exceptional dedication to academic responsibilities in Chemical Engineering
Timeline
Junior manager
Gymkhana (2 Michelin stars)
09.2023 - 01.2025
Senior Head Waiter later Supervisor
Gymkhana (1 Michelin star)
06.2019 - 08.2023
Supervisor
The Magazine Restaurant
06.2017 - 12.2017
Supervisor / Floor manager
Short-term contracts, Agencies
05.2017 - 12.2018
Head Waiter
Harlequin Restaurant at Kingsway Hotel
05.2016 - 05.2017
Waiter
The High Rocks, Royal Tonbridge Wells
09.2015 - 12.2015
Chemical Engineering – Additional Courses
Graz University of Technology, TU Graz
02.2015 - 08.2015
Internship
Enel group – Power Plant Vojany (SE-EVO)
08.2014 - 08.2014
Energy auditor
Grucon s.r.o.
06.2014 - 01.2015
Internship
Evonik Fermas s.r.o.
01.2014 - 02.2014
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
09.2013 - 06.2015
Internship
VUCHT a.s
08.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
09.2010 - 06.2013