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Vafa Foroughian

Hospitality and Tourism Consultant MBA

€180/day
Hamburg, DE
0-2 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Vafa

I help ideas make sense.
My work sits at the intersection of research, strategy and clear communication, turning early concepts into structured insights you can act on. Whether the project is in hospitality or a broader business context, I focus on clarity, logic and practical outcomes.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

  • Persian

    Native or bilingual

Can work on-site
Hamburg (up to 50km)

Experience

  • IHCS-International Hotel Consultancy Services
    Hospitality Operations & Analyst Intern
    April 2025 - October 2025 (6 months)
    • Supported the evaluation of hotel and F&B concepts by analyzing operational workflows, service standards, guest journeys and performance gaps across multiple properties.
    • Conducted detailed market and competitor research to understand demand patterns, pricing structures, guest expectations and brand positioning within the hospitality landscape.
    • Assisted in developing operational and financial models, including occupancy, ADR, revenue forecasts and KPI benchmarks, to assess the viability of new or repositioned hospitality projects.
    • Reviewed layout plans, guest flow diagrams and service processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements to guest experience and operational effectiveness.
    • Prepared structured, concise reports summarizing findings on service quality, operational strengths and areas for improvement, tailored for internal stakeholders and investors.
    • Collaborated with architects, planners and operational teams to ensure proposed concepts aligned with realistic service delivery, staffing needs and F&B/restaurant capabilities.
    Business Plan Development Market Research Business analysis Strategic planning
  • Hochschule Bremen
    Student Marketing Assistant
    March 2023 - September 2023 (6 months)
    • Supported digital outreach and marketing initiatives targeting student audiences, including planning, content scheduling, and performance tracking.
    • Assisted in campaign reporting and coordination with external partners, ensuring timely delivery of promotional materials.
    • Contributed to brainstorming sessions and implemented feedback loops that improved communication efficiency within the marketing team.
    • Developed strong organizational and stakeholder communication skills in an academic, multicultural environment.
  • STORY Seychelles
    F&B Acting Supervisor
    September 2021 - March 2022 (6 months)
    • Supervised daily F&B operations across multiple outlets, overseeing revenue reports, inventory control, and labor scheduling to maintain profitability.
    • Monitored cost of goods and stock variance, collaborating with purchasing and kitchen teams to reduce waste and improve accuracy of cost reporting.
    • Assisted with budget preparation and performance analysis, linking operational outcomes to financial metrics such as average check and department profit.
    • Ensured consistent compliance with internal control procedures including cash handling, POS reconciliation, and daily sales reports.
    • Trained and motivated a multicultural team to deliver both operational efficiency and guest satisfaction, supporting long-term revenue growth.

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Education

  • MBA in International Tourism Management
    HOCHSCHULE BREMEN
    2024
    MBA in International Tourism Management
  • Bachelor of Technology in
    OSMANIA UNIVERSITY
    2019
    Bachelor of Technology in

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