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)
2023.09 - 2025.01
- 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
2019.06 - 2023.08
Supervisor / Floor manager
Short-term contracts, Agencies
London
2017.05 - 2018.12
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
2017.06 - 2017.12
Head Waiter
Harlequin Restaurant at Kingsway Hotel
2016.05 - 2017.05
Waiter
The High Rocks, Royal Tonbridge Wells
2015.09 - 2015.12
Energy auditor
Grucon s.r.o.
2014.06 - 2015.01
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)
2014.08 - 2014.08
Internship
Evonik Fermas s.r.o.
2014.01 - 2014.02
Internship
VUCHT a.s
2013.08 - 2013.08
Education
Chemical Engineering – Additional Courses
Graz University of Technology, TU Graz
Graz 2015.02 - 2015.08
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
Bratislava 2010.09 - 2013.06
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
Bratislava 2013.09 - 2015.06
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)
2023.09 - 2025.01
Senior Head Waiter later Supervisor
Gymkhana (1 Michelin star)
2019.06 - 2023.08
Supervisor
The Magazine Restaurant
2017.06 - 2017.12
Supervisor / Floor manager
Short-term contracts, Agencies
2017.05 - 2018.12
Head Waiter
Harlequin Restaurant at Kingsway Hotel
2016.05 - 2017.05
Waiter
The High Rocks, Royal Tonbridge Wells
2015.09 - 2015.12
Chemical Engineering – Additional Courses
Graz University of Technology, TU Graz
2015.02 - 2015.08
Internship
Enel group – Power Plant Vojany (SE-EVO)
2014.08 - 2014.08
Energy auditor
Grucon s.r.o.
2014.06 - 2015.01
Internship
Evonik Fermas s.r.o.
2014.01 - 2014.02
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
2013.09 - 2015.06
Internship
VUCHT a.s
2013.08 - 2013.08
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Slovak University of Technology, STU
2010.09 - 2013.06