Hi, I'm Xavier Castellano, a hotel management professional with over 35 years of experience leading operations and teams in 4- and 5-star hotels across Spain and Ireland. I specialize in transforming hospitality and event services into profitable and memorable experiences, using a digital-forward approach to add value across tourism, retail, and service sectors. I pride myself on building high-performing teams of up to 30 people, optimizing operations to reduce service times and boost guest satisfaction, and driving up revenue through up-selling at premium events. My cross-functional background in hospitality and events, combined with AI and data-driven decision-making, helps me craft innovative, future-ready solutions.…

Xavier Castellano

Hi, I'm Xavier Castellano, a hotel management professional with over 35 years of experience leading operations and teams in 4- and 5-star hotels across Spain and Ireland. I specialize in transforming hospitality and event services into profitable and memorable experiences, using a digital-forward approach to add value across tourism, retail, and service sectors. I pride myself on building high-performing teams of up to 30 people, optimizing operations to reduce service times and boost guest satisfaction, and driving up revenue through up-selling at premium events. My cross-functional background in hospitality and events, combined with AI and data-driven decision-making, helps me craft innovative, future-ready solutions.…

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Hi, I’m Xavier Castellano, a hotel management professional with over 35 years of experience leading operations and teams in 4- and 5-star hotels across Spain and Ireland. I specialize in transforming hospitality and event services into profitable and memorable experiences, using a digital-forward approach to add value across tourism, retail, and service sectors.

I pride myself on building high-performing teams of up to 30 people, optimizing operations to reduce service times and boost guest satisfaction, and driving up revenue through up-selling at premium events. My cross-functional background in hospitality and events, combined with AI and data-driven decision-making, helps me craft innovative, future-ready solutions.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Catalan; Valencian
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Food and Beverage Manager at Novotel Accor Hotels Valencia Congress Palace (4* Deluxe)
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Led F&B operations, optimized service times, increased profitability, managed budgets and staff, and elevated guest experience at events.
Assistant F&B Manager, Meetings and Events Manager at Gastronomic Restaurant 'La Taula de Liria'
December 31, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Supported F&B operations, coordinated meetings and events, ensured high service standards.
Restaurant Manager at Restaurante Monte Mio Borí
December 31, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Overall restaurant operations and guest experience.
Restaurant Manager at Restaurante Benissanó
December 31, 1992 - December 31, 1992
Restaurant management and team leadership.
Silver Service Waiter at Arrels Restaurant
December 31, 1988 - December 31, 1988
Delivered high-standard silver service and guest experience.
Shift Leader, Restaurant Operations at Radisson Blu 4* Dublin, Golden Lane
June 30, 2022 - June 30, 2022
HACCP compliance, commercial management with client HR, stock and inventory control, scheduling.
Founder at AI & Hospitality Solutions
January 1, 2025 - October 29, 2025
AI-driven hospitality consultancy focusing on digital transformation, data-driven decision making, and networking.
Shift Leader - Restaurant Operations at Radisson Blu, Dublin
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
HACCP implementation, commercial management with client HR, provisioning systems, ongoing training of the room team, schedule planning, stock and inventory control, and delivering customer service.
Food & Beverage Manager at Hospes Palacio de los Patos
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Led food and beverage operations for a 5-star property, overseeing service standards, cost controls, stock management, and guest experience.
Restaurant Manager at Gregans Castle Hotel
June 24, 2024 - June 24, 2024
Managed restaurant operations, staff scheduling, coaching, cost control, and ensured high standards of service and guest satisfaction.

Education

Double Degree in Administration and Management of Companies and Tourism at UNED University online
September 1, 2022 - October 29, 2025
Certification Senior Grade: Restaurant Manager at San Jorge University (Open Studies)
September 1, 2012 - October 1, 2014
Master in Hotel Management and F&B at The Ostelea - School of Tourism and Hospitality
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Master in Artificial Intelligence at Online (IA Learning Heroes Pro Academy)
April 1, 2024 - October 29, 2025
Specialization Program in Big Data and Artificial Intelligence at Nebrija University
October 1, 2025 - October 29, 2025
Stock Market and Financial Markets Course at UNED University online
October 1, 2025 - October 29, 2025
Double Degree in Administration and Management of Companies and Tourism at UNED University
September 1, 2022 - October 29, 2025
Master in Hotel Management and F&B at Ostelea, School of Tourism & Hospitality Barcelona
April 1, 2024 - October 29, 2025
Master in Artificial Intelligence (Online) at IA Learning Heroes Pro Academy
April 1, 2024 - October 29, 2025

Qualifications

HACCP Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Certification Senior Grade: Restaurant Manager
September 1, 2012 - October 1, 2014
Senior Restaurant Manager Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
HACCP Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services

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