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Elisabetta Luppi

Elisabetta Luppi

Port Melbourne

Summary

Hospitality leader with strong experience running busy, high-end bars and creating standout guest experiences. Skilled in managing teams, building drinks menus, and working closely with chefs and staff to deliver excellent service. Known for close partnerships with major brands like Campari and Diageo — selected by Campari for the Hive Mind program (2024–2025), which brings together 14 of the country’s top bartenders to shape the brand’s national strategy. Recognized as one of the Australia World Class Top 100 Bartenders for four years in a row and named in Australia's Top 100 Bartenders (2024), reflecting a strong industry presence and passion for innovative, high-quality hospitality.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

VENUE MANAGER

Lui Bar / Vue de Monde
08.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Currently leading operations at one of Melbourne's most prestigious venues, a 3-hat fine dining restaurant and bar recognized for its innovation and excellence.
  • Progressed internally from Bartender to Head Bartender, Assistant Venue Manager, and promoted to Venue Manager in 2023.
  • Oversaw the successful reopening of the bar following a 3-month renovation, transforming its visual identity and service concept.
  • Manage a team of bartenders and front-of-house staff, ensuring high standards of service and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with executive chefs and sommeliers to curate beverage pairings and exclusive menus.
  • Represent the venue in industry competitions and events, working closely with brands such as Diageo and Campari to deliver brand activations and training.
  • Responsible for team development, recruitment, inventory, and guest relations in a fast-paced luxury environment.
  • Currently leading operations at one of Melbourne's most prestigious venues, a 3-hat fine dining restaurant and bar recognized for its innovation and excellence.
  • Working closely with the marketing team to oversee social media content and strategy

SENIOR BARTENDER

City Social
05.2018 - 03.2019
  • Company Overview: Worked in a Michelin-starred restaurant under a high-end cocktail and wine program.
  • Delivered precise, high-quality drinks and refined service tailored to discerning clientele.
  • Collaborated with sommeliers and bar managers to maintain a world-class bar program.
  • Worked in a Michelin-starred restaurant under a high-end cocktail and wine program.

BARTENDER

Madison Rooftop
02.2017 - 05.2018
  • Company Overview: One of London's busiest rooftop venues.
  • Promoted from Barback to Bartender within two months, later entrusted with senior responsibilities.
  • Operated in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with a large team (15 bartenders and 6 barbacks).
  • Delivered consistent service while managing peak trading times, large-scale events, and VIP sections.
  • One of London's busiest rooftop venues.

BARTENDER & WAITRESS

The White Swan
10.2015 - 04.2016
  • Company Overview: A classic English pub in the heart of London.
  • Provided friendly and efficient service.
  • Took customer orders, prepared and served drinks, and managed both bar and table sections.
  • A classic English pub in the heart of London.

COCKTAIL WAITRESS

Tango Bar
04.2015 - 09.2015
  • Company Overview: A vibrant, high-volume cocktail bar in Ibiza's Old Town.
  • Delivered attentive service.
  • Assisted bartenders during peak hours and ensured a seamless guest experience.
  • A vibrant, high-volume cocktail bar in Ibiza's Old Town.

BARISTA & WAITRESS

Palazzo Ducale
02.2014 - 11.2014
  • Company Overview: Located inside the Doge's Palace, one of Venice's top tourist destinations.
  • Managed coffee service and table orders with speed and professionalism during peak tourist hours.
  • Located inside the Doge's Palace, one of Venice's top tourist destinations.

WAITRESS (CASUAL)

Osteria da Nicola
01.2012 - 02.2014
  • Company Overview: A traditional, family-run local restaurant.
  • Gained hands-on experience.
  • Seasonal work included taking orders, serving meals, and supporting back-of-house operations.
  • A traditional, family-run local restaurant.

SEASONAL WORK

Osteria da Nicola
  • Waitress and café assistant roles across beachside venues in hometown Chioggia.

Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

ITC Domenico Cestari
Chioggia, Venezia
06.2012

Skills

  • Venue & Team Leadership
  • Cocktail & Spirits Expertise
  • Wine Knowledge (WSET 2 & 3)
  • High-Volume Bar Operations
  • Guest Experience & VIP Service
  • Brand Partnerships & Events
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, 2023
  • WSET Level 2 Award in Wines, 2022

LANGUAGES

Italian - Native
Spanish - Fluent
English - Fluent
French - Conversational

Timeline

VENUE MANAGER

Lui Bar / Vue de Monde
08.2023 - Current

SENIOR BARTENDER

City Social
05.2018 - 03.2019

BARTENDER

Madison Rooftop
02.2017 - 05.2018

BARTENDER & WAITRESS

The White Swan
10.2015 - 04.2016

COCKTAIL WAITRESS

Tango Bar
04.2015 - 09.2015

BARISTA & WAITRESS

Palazzo Ducale
02.2014 - 11.2014

WAITRESS (CASUAL)

Osteria da Nicola
01.2012 - 02.2014

SEASONAL WORK

Osteria da Nicola

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

ITC Domenico Cestari

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