Stevie Aluna
RESTAURANT MANAGER
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Hospitality leader with 12+ years' experience in London's wine-led restaurant scene. Skilled in service leadership, team development, & wine curation, with a focus on delivering confident, intuitive guest experiences. WSET Level 2 (Level 3 in progress), with strong knowledge of French & Italian regions.
Experience
Restaurant Manager - LARDO // bastardo
(2025-01)
- Led FOH for a 90-cover restaurant, delivering consistent, high-standard service
- Managed private dining & events end-to-end
- Trained FOH team for confident, guest-led service
- Curated wine lists across both sites
- Oversee reservations, floor planning, & service flow
- Maintained stock, suppliers & margins
Assistant Manager - Peckham Cellars
(2024-01 - 2025-01)
- Led daily service and floor operations in a wine-led environment
- Managed stock, suppliers, and cellar organisation
- Trained team in wine knowledge and pairing strategy
- Maintained service standards and guest satisfaction under pressure
Wine Lead & Supervisor - The Sourcing Table
(2023-01 - 2024-01)
- Managed 400+ bin wine portfolio
- Delivered retail and dine-in wine service with a strong storytelling approach
- Led tastings and client engagement
Commis Sommelier - Hawksmoor, Knightsbridge
(2021-01 - 2023-01)
- Delivered high-level wine service in a premium dining environment
- Supported wine training and service standards
Event FOH Manager - Cocotte Catering
(2018-01 - 2021-01)
Periodically between 2018 - 2021
- Led FOH for private events, weddings, and corporate dining
- Managed teams, suppliers, and logistics
BRAT | The Camberwell Arms | Hawksmoor Guildhall
Foundation in high-quality, wine-focused hospitality and service standards