Gyorgy Molnar

Accomplished and energetic hospitality manager with a solid history of achievement across high-turnover, premium, and fine-dining environments. Motivated leader with strong organisational, training, and prioritisation abilities, known for elevating team performance, operational standards, and guest experience.

General Manager at Prezzo Uxbridge (2026-02 – Present)

As General Manager, I oversee all aspects of the restaurant's operations, leading the site through a period of significant improvement in culture, performance, and guest satisfaction. I have delivered major enhancements in the working environment, team morale, and operational consistency.

• Recruiting and onboarding a new leadership team - including managers and a Head Chef
• Implementing structured training programs that elevated service standards and strengthened kitchen performance
• Delivered notable increases in sales, improved guest reviews, and stronger operational discipline
• Managing full FOH and BOH operations, cost control, compliance, and daily financial procedures while maintaining high service and product quality

General Manager at YEATEI (2025-08 – Present)

Supported the full pre-opening phase, including concept development, supplier setup, menu planning, and operational systems. Led all restaurant operations, driving high service standards and strong team performance.

• Managed supplier relations, cost control, recruitment, training, menu development, guest experience design, compliance, marketing, social media, community engagement, and themed events

Assistant Restaurant Manager at The Ivy Brasserie, St Albans (2024-04 – 2025-10)

Oversaw day-to-day operations in a high-turnover, premium environment.

• Managed opening/closing procedures, cashing up, and operational standards
• Delivered comprehensive staff training, maintained financial compliance
• Coordinated events and ensured seamless communication between FOH and BOH to elevate guest experience

Assistant Restaurant Manager at The Red Lion, Water End (Oakman Inns) (2023-11 – 2023-03)

Managed operations across multiple service styles including casual dining, pub service, functions, events, and outdoor dining pods.

• Competent in opening/closing procedures and end-of-day cash-up

Assistant General Manager at Prime Berkhamsted (2023-07 – 2023-10)

Focused on developing a young serving team through structured training programs.

• Oversaw opening/closing procedures, cashing up, stock monitoring
• Maximised covers through effective booking management

General Manager at Prezzo (2022-09 – 2023-06)

Assigned to various branches to stabilise operations and improve site performance.

• Implemented processes, analysed KPIs, improved sales and guest satisfaction
• Adapted leadership style to different teams

Restaurant Manager at Madhu's at The Grove, Watford (2021-06 – 2022-08)

Managed daily operations, staff scheduling, stock ordering, and inventory control. Delivered fine-dining service to high-profile guests.

• Elevated service standards through hands-on training and operational optimisation

Assistant Hotel Manager at White Horse Hotel, Leiston (2020-08 – 2021-06)

Promoted from Bar Supervisor to Assistant Hotel Manager. Managed accommodation (16 rooms), pub, and restaurant operations.

Waiter / Shift Leader at The Ramsholt Arms, Woodbridge (2020-06 – 2020-08)

Delivered high-quality service in a busy riverside establishment post-lockdown.

Assistant Restaurant Manager at The Dolphin, Thorpeness (2020-01 – 2020-06)

Managed restaurant, pub, and accommodation operations.

• Oversaw opening, cash-up, staff training, and service standards

Restaurant Manager at The Lighthouse, Aldeburgh (2019-09 – 2019-12)

Led daily operations, delivered exceptional customer service, expanded wine and French cuisine knowledge, and supported community events.

• Contributed to maintaining the restaurant's #1 TripAdvisor ranking

Restaurant Manager at TA Hotel Collection, White Lion Hotel / Seaspice (2016-04 – 2019-09)

Progressed from Waiter to Supervisor to Restaurant Manager.

• Managed FOH operations, revenue, profitability, staff development, stock control, financial reporting, and community event catering

Waiter at Prezzo Italian Restaurant, Woodbridge (2015-09 – 2016-02)

Completed Prezzo Academy training and learned the fundamentals of hospitality, service standards, and bar basics.