Professional situation
Summary
I'm Leonid Maydannik, a motivated Hospitality Management student at EHL with hands-on experience in both operational excellence and corporate strategy. My background includes leading teams in high-end F&B environments and working alongside Group Strategy and M&A professionals, where I honed my research, analytical, and business development skills. I'm passionate about creating value through strategic thinking and effective leadership, and I'm now seeking a corporate internship where I can apply my academic knowledge and cross-functional experience to real-world business challenges. Always eager to learn and grow, I welcome connections with professionals who share a vision for innovation and impact.
Professional experiences
Group strategy
Oerlikon , Pfäffikon - Summer job
From July 2025 to August 2025
I worked for a month as a summer intern in the Group Strategy and Business Development department at Oerlikon. In this period, I assisted project managers in financial and statistical developments in both M&A fields as well as providing market research and development for future projects. I was fortunate enough to be given large amounts of responsbility, helping me to learn more and develop both my communication and leadership skills.
F&b operational activities
Axiom Hospitality , London - Operational Internship
From February 2024 to August 2024
- Worked at a Top 50 Restaurant in London for 6 months for my AP2 internship
-Successfully led and coordinated teams across bar and dining operations in a high-paced, fine-dining environment.
-Played a central role in staff training, team motivation, and upholding high service standards to ensure exceptional guest experiences.
-Managed daily logistics and shift operations, preparing and analyzing shift reports using Excel for seamless handovers and efficiency.
-Collaborated closely with senior management to optimize floor operations and contribute to overall departmental performance.
Waiter, server, pass
Belvedere Restaurant, London, , London - Summer job
From June 2023 to July 2023
-Carried out duties at the pass
-Was a server
- Occasionally assisted in taking orders from clients
Group strategy
Oerlikon , Pfäffikon - Summer job
From July 2021 to August 2021
-Collaborated with a high-performing Strategy team to conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis across various industries.
-Worked closely with the M&A team to support strategic initiatives and identify growth opportunities.
-Contributed to the development of data-driven business strategies aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and long-term value creation.
-Strengthened analytical, research, and communication skills in a dynamic, fast-paced corporate environment.
Degree
Languages
Anglais - Native language
Russe - Fluent
Français - Intermediate
Skills
Hobbies
- - Strategic Development - F&B Development - Mergers and Acquisitions - Financial Analytics & Statistical Forecasting - Rugby -Football