Sami Taimela

Sami Taimela is an experienced hospitality professional with a diverse background in restaurant and event management. Currently serving as the Traffic Station Manager at Osuuskauppa Arina since August 2022, Taimela has held various managerial positions across prominent establishments, including serving as Restaurant Manager at Frans & Camille Bistro and Restaurant Veranta, as well as at Oulu Sokos Hotel Arina Meetings & Events from November 2017 to August 2022. Prior experience includes roles as Meetings & Events Service Manager at Radisson Blu Hotel Oulu, Project Manager at Ravintolayhtiö Säkenöivä Voima Oy, and Financial Advisor at Wallstreet Sijoituspalvelut Oy. Taimela's career began in 2001, with significant roles in restaurant management and operations, showcasing a strong commitment to excellence in service and operations across the hospitality industry.