Narongdej Moonsom

About

Experienced hospitality professional with a strong background in high-end restaurants, wine bars, luxury hotels, and casino VIP gaming service. Specializes in pre-opening concepts, beverage innovation, and wine program development that enhances guest experience and drives P&L results.

Experience

1. Bartender (Opening Team)
   Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi
   2005-01 — 2007-02 · Chiang Mai

   Offered refined wine butler service to high-end resort guests.

2. Bar Supervisor (Pre-opening Team)
   Crown Macau
   2007-04 — 2008-04 · Macau

   Led the wine training and inventory management. Facilitated wine knowledge sessions.

3. F&B Team Leader (Pre-opening Team)
   MGM Macau
   2008-06 — 2011-02 · Macau

   Managed high-end outlets including Casino VIP Gaming Service. Curated exclusive wine offerings for elite guests.

4. Bar Manager
   Centara Duangtawan Hotel
   2012-03 — 2013-04 · Chiang Mai

   Managed operations across 7 beverage outlets. Led wine program and themed events.

5. Bar Manager (Pre-opening Team)
   Maison Eric Kayser
   2015-01 — 2015-10 · Bangkok

   Established 3 beverage outlets from the beginning. Implemented the wine list.

6. Assistant General Manager
   Hooters
   2015-11 — 2020-10 · Bangkok

   Managed F&B operations and enforced quality standards. Led coaching programs for staff on wine and beverage service. Managed safety, hygiene, and profitability metrics.

7. Restaurant & Bar Manager
   La Casa Nostra Wine Bar & Italian Restaurant
   2020-11 — 2022-05 · Bangkok

   Oversaw wine cellar and curated wine experiences with 300+ labels. Conducted wine tastings and food & wine pairing events. Delivered staff training on wine service and guest engagement.

8. Bar Manager (Pre-opening Team)
   Ale House, Millennium Hilton
   2022-06 — 2023-07 · Bangkok

   Created beverage concept and product sourcing plan. Designed menus aligned with business objectives. Managed day-to-day bar and restaurant operations including social media presence.

9. Restaurant & Bar Manager
   TRIBE Sky Beach Club, The Mall Group
   2023-12 — 2025-12 · Bangkok

   Designed and executed pre-opening setup and operational plans. Developed comprehensive purchasing plans and curated wine list. Led training wine programs and SOP implementation for 300 seats venue.

Education

1. Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State
   English for Business
2. Wines and Spirits Education Trust
   WSET Level 2 Wines and Spirits
3. Le Comité Champagne
   Champagne Expert Niveau 3
4. Swiss Wine Promotion
   Swiss Wines Level 3
5. Rioja Wine Academy
   Rioja Wine Diploma
6. Chiang Mai University
   B.A. in Political Science

Skills

Role preferences

Open to roles

Restaurant & Bar Manager, Sommelier, Restaurant Operation Manager