Kemi Russen
Operations Manager at Fil Bar-1
Lives in İstanbul, Türkiye
Introduction
Versatile F&B Operations Manager and former Nurse with over 7 years of experience leading high-volume venues, luxury hotel bars, and pre-opening operations. Highly proficient in cost control, procurement, mixology, and staff leadership, combined with a strong background in clinical emergency care, HACCP hygiene compliance, and guest safety. Experienced in brand representation and commercial modeling (Stud Models), bringing a strong personal presence, high aesthetic standards, and friction-free operational efficiency to premium international hospitality concepts.
Personal Information
- Phone
- +90 537 295 68 23
- Nationality
- Turkish
Current Status
- Status
- Looking for a new challenge
- Types of contracts
- Full-time
- Departments
- Flexible department
- Availability
- Available now
- Duration
- Flexible duration
- Location of interest
- All destinations are of interest
Experience
Operations Manager · Fil Bar-1
Solely managing full-scope venue operations, including end-to-end procurement for spirits, consumables, and hygiene supplies. Directing vendor relations, inventory control, COGS optimization, staff scheduling, and strict HACCP compliance to ensure flawless floor and bar performance.
Clinical Precision
Leveraging a vocational nursing background, Erasmus+ Modena emergency training, and HACCP/hygiene compliance to enhance floor safety and efficiency.
Pre-Opening & Operations Manager · Fil Street
Executed the complete pre-opening lifecycle of the venue from raw site construction to operational launch. Designed bar workflow, curated initial cocktail menus, established supplier network for spirits and consumables, and managed full venue setup and staff onboarding.
Floor & Bar Manager · Fil No:66
Exercised full operational authority over floor supervision, guest portfolio management, and bar operations. Handled end-to-end purchasing, vendor relations, cocktail recipe development, and overall shift management.
Bar Manager · Komünat Galataport
Managed bar operations for high-volume open-air terrace events with 500+ guest capacity. Engineered event-specific cocktail menus, directed bar prep and high-speed execution, and led shift operations during peak capacity events.
Bar Specialist & Prep Setup · Pera Palace Hotel
Spearheaded the reorganization and setup of the historic Orient Bar and Terrace Bar. Designed the bar prep kitchen infrastructure, optimized ingredient preparation workflows, and assisted in seasonal menu redesigns for heritage luxury client.
Bar Captain · Fil No:66
Managed evening shifts and bar operations for a high-traffic 150+ capacity venue. Focused on mixology, cocktail recipe creation, garnish prep, inventory rotation, and shift supervision.
Bartender · Fil Cocktail Bar
Maintained bar setup, sanitation, and inventory preservation in a 150+ capacity venue. Focused on classic cocktail preparation, prep execution, and sustainable waste reduction techniques.
Hotel Nurse · Egemed Sağlık Grubu
Coordinated medical services, guest emergency care, and hygiene compliance across 5 luxury hotels. Managed high-stress medical situations, first-aid protocols, and VIP guest health safety.
Education
Nursing / Healthcare Management · Vocational Medical High School
Languages
- Turkish
- Native or fluent
- English
- Full professional
- French
- Notions