Giulia Lanzafame
About Giulia Lanzafame
Giulia Lanzafame is a Recruiting Manager at Viking in Basel, Switzerland, with over 13 years of experience in the hospitality industry and a background in logistics and customer service.
Company
Giulia Lanzafame currently works at Viking as a Recruiting Manager. She is based in Basel, Switzerland, where she operates on-site. Viking is known for its luxury river and ocean cruises, and Giulia plays a pivotal role in their talent acquisition and recruitment processes.
Past Roles and Experience
Before joining Viking, Giulia Lanzafame worked at Amazon Logistics. From 2020 to 2023, she served as a 3PL Operation Supervisor in Catania, Sicily, Italy, and had a brief stint as an Operation Supervisor in 2020. Her earlier roles include a significant seven-year tenure at Princess Cruises as an Assistant Purser / Junior Assistant Purser, reflecting her deep-rooted experience in the hospitality and logistics sectors. Other positions she has held include Front Desk Receptionist at Cork International Hotel and Hotel Michelangelo, as well as a Food Server role at Patina Restaurant Group.
Education and Expertise
Giulia Lanzafame holds a Master's degree in Hospitality Administration/Management from Cornell University, achieved in 2021. She also has a Diploma in Tourism and Travel Services Management from Istituto Tecnico Turistico Brunelleschi, which she completed in 2006. Her educational background underpins her extensive experience in the hospitality industry, particularly in customer service, immigration handling, port regulations, and other related areas.
Background in Hospitality Industry
With over 13 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Giulia Lanzafame has developed a broad skill set. She has handled responsibilities such as immigration, port regulations, customs, documentation, and sanitation requirements. Her roles have ranged from front desk receptionist positions to assistant purser on cruise ships, highlighting her adaptability and strong work ethic in diverse and fast-paced environments.