Kostiantyn Malatskovskyi

Experienced restaurant leader with 25+ years in hospitality and food service. Proven track record of launching restaurant concepts from the ground up, including concept development, menu creation, team building, and full operational setup. Managed high-volume operations and teams of 60+ employees, with strong focus on service quality, cost control (25–30% food cost), and consistent financial performance.

Hands-on manager skilled in building systems, leading teams, and maintaining efficient, stable operations.

Restaurant General Manager - KIR FOOD LLC - Ukraine

(2016-01)

• Launched and operated multiple restaurant concepts from scratch (2 restaurants, 1 café, previously nightlife format)
• Developed business concepts, service models, and operational structure
• Built and led a team of 60+ employees (managers, kitchen, front-of-house, service staff)
• Managed full daily operations: kitchen, dining, service, inventory, and vendors
• Partnered with chefs to develop menus, control food cost, and launch new items
• Maintained strong financial performance: Average check: ~$40, Food cost: ~25–30%
• Controlled pricing, margins, and overall profitability
• Implemented KPIs, operational standards, and performance systems
• Oversaw cleanliness, sanitation, and technical condition of the facilities
• Managed budgets, expenses, purchasing, and supplier relationships
• Led hiring, staff training, team meetings, and performance control
• Resolved operational, customer, and technical issues to ensure smooth operations

Restaurant & Entertainment Operations - Various - Ukraine

(2001-01 - 2015-12)

• Launched and operated restaurant and nightlife concepts
• Developed business formats, customer experience, and service structure
• Managed staff, daily operations, and overall performance
• Gained hands-on experience in high-volume service environments

Commercial & Operations Leadership - Various

• Managed large teams (80+ employees) in structured environments
• Built KPI systems and performance tracking processes
• Controlled budgets, operational execution, and results
• Strong experience in hiring, training, and team development

Bachelor's / Master's Degree - Mechanical Engineering