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

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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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Experience Level