Karina Rottenbucher
Hospitality & Events Operations Manager
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Oversee daily operations in fast-paced corporate environments with high-profile clients. Maintain a strong focus on safety, organisation, and smooth running of large-scale events. Manage staff teams, ensuring professionalism, compliance, and efficient coordination.
Experience
Hospitality & Events Operations Manager - Green & Fortune - London
(2023-11)
- Oversee daily operations in fast-paced corporate environments with high-profile clients.
- Maintain a strong focus on safety, organisation, and smooth running of large-scale events.
- Manage staff teams, ensuring professionalism, compliance, and efficient coordination.
- Monitor environments for potential risks and respond quickly to issues or disruptions.
- Maintain accurate records, rotas, and operational documentation.
- Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Demonstrate calm decision-making in high-pressure situations.
Conference & Banqueting Supervisor - Hilton - Reading
(2021-09 - 2023-11)
- Supervised teams during large events, ensuring safety, organisation, and service standards.
- Managed crowd flow and supported secure, controlled event environments.
- Assisted with compliance procedures, documentation, and staff coordination.
- Trained and supported junior staff, maintaining high professional standards.
Care Assistant - Grey Gables - New Milton
(2020-11 - 2021-09)
- Worked in a highly regulated environment requiring vigilance, safeguarding, and care.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records.
- Responded calmly to emergencies and sensitive situations.
- Ensured the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals at all times.
Kitchen Assistant - The Eatery - Christchurch
(2020-02 - 2020-11)
- Worked in a fast-paced pub kitchen, supporting chefs during busy service hours
- Assisted with basic food preparation (chopping vegetables, prepping ingredients, plating dishes)
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen areas, including surfaces, equipment, and utensils
- Washed dishes and ensured a steady supply of clean kitchenware during service
Published Author - Self-Employed
(2025-05)
- Demonstrates discipline, focus, and strong attention to detail.
- Manages independent projects with responsibility and organisation.
Education
BA - Criminology - The Open University (2023)
BA - Mass Communications - FSPAC, Cluj-Napoca
GCSE - English Literature (2026)
GCSE - English Functional Skills (2026)
