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Alexandre LIPINSKI

Melbourne,Australia

Summary

Dynamic and passionate hospitality professional with over 12 years of international experience in premium restaurants, hotels, and resorts across France and Australia. Skilled in fine dining service, barista work, wine service, team supervision, and guest relations, with strong adaptability to both remote lodge environments and fast-paced city venues. Fluent in French (native), English (advanced), and Spanish (intermediate).

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Waiter

The Living Room
07.2025 - Current
  • Providing fine dining service in an upscale restaurant
  • Wine and cocktail service with a strong Australian wine list
  • Delivering high-quality guest experience in a refined setting

Waiter Section / Barista / Wine Service

Freycinet Lodge (NRMA Group)
11.2024 - 04.2025
  • Delivered high-standard service in a luxury lodge located in a national park
  • Managed wine tastings and upselling, barista & bar shifts
  • Adapted to remote work conditions with strong teamwork and flexibility

Farm Worker (88 Days Visa Eligible)

Seeka
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Kiwi & Nashi orchard work (tinning, tying, cleaning)
  • Physically demanding tasks requiring resilience and adaptability

Assistant Sommelier / Section Waiter

Entrecôte
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Wine service, pairing recommendations, upselling premium wines
  • Barista and section waiter responsibilities in a busy French restaurant

Restaurant Manager

Balthaz'Art
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Managed a multicultural team of 4, staff training and rostering
  • Oversaw service operations in a fine dining French bistro

Maître d’Hôtel

InterContinental Lyon – Hotel-Dieu (5*)
05.2019 - 06.2023
  • Part of the opening team of the fine dining restaurant
  • Promoted internally to Maître d’Hôtel, managing team and guest experience
  • Conducted interviews, staff onboarding and training

Head Waiter

Boscolo Hotel, Lyon (5*)
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Part of the opening team of the hotel restaurant
  • Supervised service, ensured high-end customer experience

Runner

Le Neuvième Art (2 Michelin Stars)
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Supported Michelin-starred service, table setup, dish announcement

Lifeguard / Team Leader

Centre Aquatique l'Odyssée
01.2013 - 01.2013
  • Supervised safety of pool guests, managed team of 8 lifeguards

Education

Economic Baccalaureate -

Lycée Saint-Just

Skills

  • Fine dining & luxury hospitality service
  • Barista, bar & wine service (tastings, upselling)
  • Team management, training & recruitment
  • POS systems: Oracle MICROS, The Fork, Zen Chef
  • Guest relations & upselling strategies
  • Housekeeping & grounds support (WHV eligible work)
  • Computer & creative tools: MS Office, Canva, Sony Vegas

Languages

French: Native
English: Advanced
Spanish: Intermediate

Hobbies and Interests

Rugby, Swimming, Travel, Photography, Video Editing

Section name

RSA & White Card | International Driver License

Certification

  • BAFA & BNSSA – Youth Work & Lifeguard Certifications
  • RSA & White Card – Australia

Timeline

Waiter

The Living Room
07.2025 - Current

Waiter Section / Barista / Wine Service

Freycinet Lodge (NRMA Group)
11.2024 - 04.2025

Farm Worker (88 Days Visa Eligible)

Seeka
10.2024 - 11.2024

Assistant Sommelier / Section Waiter

Entrecôte
10.2024 - 11.2024

Restaurant Manager

Balthaz'Art
06.2023 - 12.2023

Maître d’Hôtel

InterContinental Lyon – Hotel-Dieu (5*)
05.2019 - 06.2023

Head Waiter

Boscolo Hotel, Lyon (5*)
10.2018 - 04.2019

Runner

Le Neuvième Art (2 Michelin Stars)
01.2015 - 01.2016

Lifeguard / Team Leader

Centre Aquatique l'Odyssée
01.2013 - 01.2013

Economic Baccalaureate -

Lycée Saint-Just

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