Sean Donovan

I am a hospitality professional with over 10 years of experience in restaurant operations, leadership, and guest service excellence. My career has been built on a passion for creating memorable dining experiences, developing strong teams, and driving operational performance. From hands-on service roles to ownership and management, I understand every layer of the business and lead with both empathy and accountability.

I thrive in fast-paced environments where attention to detail, consistency, and financial discipline matter. I believe hospitality is more than service — it’s about building trust, elevating standards, and continuously improving both personally and professionally. Whether supporting a team on the floor, refining systems behind the scenes, or mentoring emerging leaders, I bring energy, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence to everything I do.

My goal is to continue growing within the hospitality industry, contributing to organizations that value strong culture, guest satisfaction, and long-term development.

Hospitality professional with over 10 years of experience in restaurant operations, leadership, and guest service excellence. Background includes hands-on roles in both front- and back-of-house operations, team leadership, and independent restaurant ownership. Proven ability to drive sales, maintain high service standards, control costs, and build strong, motivated teams. Committed to operational efficiency, professional growth, and delivering consistently exceptional guest experiences.

My education reflects a comprehensive blend of business administration, human resources, accounting, and formal culinary training — directly supporting advanced restaurant operations and hospitality leadership.

I hold a Human Resources & Payroll Coordinator Diploma (CDI College) and an Accounting & Payroll Administrator Diploma (Honours) from Vancouver Career College, providing structured expertise in payroll systems, employment standards compliance, financial controls, and documentation governance — all critical to restaurant labour management and regulatory oversight.

I also earned a General Studies Diploma (Distinction) from Thompson Rivers University, strengthening my academic foundation in management studies, communication, and organizational leadership.

From a culinary standpoint, I completed an Asian Culinary Arts Certificate and a Professional Cook 1 Certificate from Vancouver Community College, grounding me in brigade systems, production discipline, standardized recipe execution, and food safety protocols across high-volume and refined service environments.

This formal education is reinforced by advanced professional certifications in operational efficiency, compliance, food safety systems, financial software, and beverage knowledge — enabling me to lead with both strategic oversight and technical precision.

Diplomas & Formal Education

Human Resources & Payroll Coordinator Diploma – CDI College

Accounting & Payroll Administrator Diploma (Honours) – Vancouver Career College

General Studies Diploma (Distinction) – Thompson Rivers University

Asian Culinary Arts Certificate – Vancouver Community College

Professional Cook 1 Certificate – Vancouver Community College

Professional Certifications & Credentials

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

BC FOODSAFE Level 2 & Level 1

Food Handler Certification (Valid to 2031)

BC Serving It Right

WHMIS (Worker & Supervisor)

Standard First Aid (Scheduled February 2026)

QuickBooks Certified

Professional Cook I

WSET II & I

BC Level I Wines

TripAdvisor Reputation Management