Omar Melián

Hospitality professional with experience in management, bar operations, mixology and food & beverage, complemented by a strong background in pharmacy, horticulture and applied health sciences. Professionally trained in Events, Catering and Banqueting, First Aid, Fire Safety, Team Building and Food & Beverage Menu Development, with additional training in Pharmaceutical Compounding, Fitotherapy, Food Microbiology, Laboratory Techniques and Laboratory Biosafety. This combination has developed a practical and versatile approach to hospitality, bringing together service, creativity, product knowledge, food and beverage, health, safety and attention to detail.

My hospitality experience in Spain and the United Kingdom includes working in fast-paced service environments and management roles, where I developed strong skills in team coordination, customer service, menu and beverage development, problem-solving and maintaining consistent standards under pressure. My background in pharmacy, horticulture and botanical studies further contributes to an interest in ingredients, natural products, nutrition and wellbeing, allowing me to approach food and beverage from both a creative and scientific perspective.

Fluent in English and Spanish, internationally experienced and highly adaptable, with a strong interest in developing a long-term career at the intersection of hospitality, food & beverage, botanical products and wellbeing. I am particularly motivated by environments where creativity, knowledge, quality and genuine customer experience come together, while continuing to develop my professional and scientific education alongside my career in hospitality.

Pharmacy Technician at Farmacia La Plaza (2026) • Assisted with pharmaceutical compounding, including solutions, emulsions, capsules and powders.

• Followed documented procedures for labelling, storage and quality assurance.
• Maintained accurate records and supported traceability requirements.
• Applied hygiene and contamination-control procedures.
• Assisted with stock management and inventory control.
• Worked in a regulated healthcare environment requiring accuracy and attention to detail.

Tourism

Promoter at Ayuntamiento de Santa María de Guía (2024-01 – 2025-12) • Provided information and assistance to visitors in Spanish and English, adapting communication to different needs and backgrounds.

• Handled public enquiries in person and supported a positive visitor experience.
• Collaborated on cultural and educational campaigns, developing clear communication, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills while supporting public-facing educational initiatives.

Tour Guide

Manager at Finca La Laja (2022-01 – 2023-12) • Led guided visits for international groups, explaining topics related to local agriculture, botany and natural resources.

• Delivered clear and engaging information to visitors, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience.
• Developed confidence in public speaking, group management and educational communication. Manager at Dirty Dicks & WM Barker (2018-01 – 2020-12) • Managed stock, supplier orders, invoicing and daily operations in a busy hospitality environment.
• Ensured compliance with hygiene, health and safety procedures.
• Handled customer issues, staff coordination and high-pressure situations in a professional manner. Bartender / Supervisor at Flat Iron / Bora Bora / Mango Tree (2014-01 – 2018-12) • Progressed to supervisory responsibilities within customer-facing environments.
• Developed teamwork, communication and time-management skills.
• Worked effectively under pressure while maintaining high service standards.

Pharmacy and Parapharmacy Technician in Pharmacy and Parapharmacy – CIFP Noroeste (2026-01)

Pharmacy Assistant in Pharmacy – Inesalud (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Phytotherapy in Phytotherapy – Euroinnova (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Pharmaceutical Compounding in Pharmaceutical Compounding – Euroinnova (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Chemical Laboratory Techniques in Chemical Laboratory Techniques – Antonio de Nebrija University (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Laboratory Biosafety in Laboratory Biosafety – Antonio de Nebrija University (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Dermocosmetrics and Skincare Products in Dermocosmetrics and Skincare Products – Euroinnova (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Digital Tools for Pharmacy Practice in Digital Tools for Pharmacy Practice – Euroinnova (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Natural Health Products and Dietary Supplements in Natural Health Products and Dietary Supplements – Inesalud (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Aromatherapy in Aromatherapy – Euroinnova (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Bach Flower Remedies in Bach Flower Remedies – Euroinnova (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Health and Functional Foods in Health and Functional Foods – Ah Learning (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Food Microbiology in Food Microbiology – Ah Learning (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Natural Health Store Management in Natural Health Store Management – Ah Learning (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Teaching Qualification for Vocational Training in Teaching Qualification for Vocational Training – Ah Learning (2025-01 – 2025-12)

Tourism Promotion and Visitor Information in Tourism Promotion and Visitor Information – Insforca (2025-01 – 2025-12)