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Thomas Gardez

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Director of Operations (Group and Franchise) at BVC Hospitality
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Thomas is a hospitality executive with over a decade of experience scaling premium QSR and casual dining brands across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. As Group Operations and Franchise Director for BVC Hospitality, he drives strategic expansion and operational excellence. He holds a Masters degree in Economics and Social Sciences from Université Paris Dauphine.

After completing his studies, Thomas discovered his passion for hospitality was greater than for a traditional office job. He enjoys the dynamic nature of restaurant work, where no two days are the same, and is motivated by creating welcoming environments through excellent service, ambiance, and decor. Colleagues of over a decade highly recommend him.

He began his hospitality career washing dishes at the celebrated New York restaurant Buvette and rose to lead the brands global expansion.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Director of Operations (Group and Franchise)
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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International Expansion
He has a proven track record of scaling hospitality brands, such as Buvette, Crème, and Supernova, across diverse international markets including the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.
Franchise Development
His role is centered on brand expansion through franchise partnerships, and he has previously developed complete franchise models and operational toolkits from the ground up.
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Career

Work history

6-2025
Director of Operations (Group and Franchise)
BVC Hospitality
6-2024 - 6-2025
Director of Operations (QSR) and Franchise
BVC Hospitality
1-2024 - 7-2024
Head of Franchise and International Development
Zia Lucia - Genuine Pizza
1-2016 - 7-2020
Hospitality Consultant
Freelance
5-2012 - 10-2023
Operations & Development Manager
Officina 1397 Group (Via Carota, I Sodi, The Commerce Inn, Buvette)
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Education
2009 - 2011
Master 2 (M2)
Université Paris Dauphine - PSL
2005 - 2007
hypokhâgne et khâgne B/L
Lycée Janson-de-Sailly
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