Valentin Sanchez
Miami,FL
Summary
Experienced bartender and hospitality leader with over 10 years in the industry. Skilled in high-end service, bar and overall operations, team management, and luxury events. Combines culinary expertise with mixology to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Passionate about hospitality and team building, improvement and team staff training.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
High-end Catering Service
Fayolle Gourmet
01.2022 - Current
- Delivered bar and food service for luxury brands (Cartier, Bulgari, Patek Philippe, etc.).
- Private chef & bartender for VIP clients including Kylian Mbappé and Achraf Hakimi.
Captain
La Grande Boucherie
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Lead FOH operations, staff training, and guest relations for a high-volume French brasserie.
- Contributed to the Miami opening of this iconic French brasserie, establishing FOH workflows, service standards, and team dynamics.
Lead Bartender
Casa Tua
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversaw opening and operation of 3 bars, streamlined service and inventory systems.
- Directed the opening of three bar stations at a new location, streamlining operations and building the beverage team from scratch.
Captain
Vin sur Vingt
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Seasonal Job
- Managed wine program and cocktail menu, trained staff, and increased beverage sales.
- Oversaw the setup and opening of the bar program, including wine selection, menu creation, and staff training for a seasonal launch.
Bartender
Le Bilboquet
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Seasonal Job
- Delivered fast-paced, premium bar service in a high-end seasonal venue.
Bartender
Tutto Il Giorno
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Seasonal Job
- Created cocktails and enhanced guest experience during high-volume summer season.
Bartender / Server
Mila Members Club
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Served VIP clientele, ensured exceptional cocktail quality and consistency.
- Assisted in launching the members-only bar concept, setting up service standards and ensuring VIP readiness from day one.
Bartender
Jazid
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Crafted signature cocktails and maintained dynamic bar energy under pressure.
Chef de Cuisine
La Piscine
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Launched restaurant, led BOH operations, and developed staff.
- Spearheaded the launch of a French restaurant, designing kitchen operations, menus, and staff structure from the ground up.
Chef de Cuisine
Le Marcheuson
12.2016 - 02.2020
- Ran kitchen at ski resort, managed large team, and increased sales by 20%.
Education
BTS - Hospitality
Nicolas Albano
Sète, France07.2016
Skills
Customer Service
Languages
French
English
Spanish
Italian
Russian
Portuguese
Timeline
Captain
La Grande Boucherie
01.2025 - 06.2025
Lead Bartender
Casa Tua
09.2024 - 01.2025
Captain
Vin sur Vingt
05.2024 - 09.2024
Bartender
Le Bilboquet
05.2024 - 09.2024
Bartender
Tutto Il Giorno
05.2024 - 09.2024
Bartender / Server
Mila Members Club
11.2022 - 04.2024
High-end Catering Service
Fayolle Gourmet
01.2022 - Current
Bartender
Jazid
07.2021 - 11.2022
Chef de Cuisine
La Piscine
02.2020 - 07.2021
Chef de Cuisine
Le Marcheuson
12.2016 - 02.2020
BTS - Hospitality
Nicolas Albano