Experienced Hospitality Professional Specializing in Restaurant Management, F&B, Sustainable Concepts, and Operational Optimization to Enhance Guest Experience.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Wings Coffee Roasters
Head of Operations
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
Oversee day-to-day operations of the coffee roastery, ensuring efficiency and quality in production processes.
Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to optimize workflow and meet production targets.
Collaborate with the production team to monitor inventory levels, production schedules, and quality control measures.
Develop and implement strategies to build and maintain strong relationships with wholesale clients, including coffee shops, restaurants, hotels and retailers.
Collaborate with the sales team to understand client needs and ensure the timely and accurate delivery of coffee products.
Act as the primary point of contact for key clients, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing exceptional customer service.
Analyze client feedback and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation in products and services.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate client events, promotions, and product launches.
Plan and execute client engagement initiatives, including tastings, workshops, and events.
Enbat Holdings
Destination Manager/Operations Manager
03.2020 - 02.2023
Job overview
Orchestrated the complete development process from inception.
Successfully established and managed 5 Vegan projects of café and restaurant, starting from the ground up.
Offered operational support to the affiliated sister company within the group.
Achieved assigned budget and made 1.5 million revenue in quarter.
Supervised diverse team of over 54/60 FOH and BOH restaurant staff, while also managing dining room and administrative responsibilities.
Managed ordering of food, supplies, and beverages, as well as inventory control and auditing of stockroom.
Guaranteed food quality and 100% customer satisfaction by auditing menu items and food service performance.
Maintains positive cost management operations.
Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Ensures effective departmental communication and information systems through logs, department meetings.
Creates and nurtures environment that emphasizes motivation, empowerment, teamwork, continuous improvement and passion for providing service.
Responds quickly and proactively to employee's concerns.
Sets clear expectations with employees and team leaders and ensures that appropriate rewards are given if expectations are exceeded.
Conducts performance reviews in timely manner.
Grand Regal Hotel
Restaurant Manager
12.2017 - 02.2020
Job overview
Managed Room Service operations of 207 rooms inventory.
Managed 96 Seating All Day Dinning restaurant.
Managed Lobby Lounge/ cafe.
Handled Meeting and conference activity.
Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
OYO Rooms
Hospitality Trainer & Quality Auditor
03.2015 - 10.2017
Job overview
Handled Operations & training for Gurgaon hub, Chandigarh hub and HP Hub.
Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management.
Providing support for setting operations of new properties.
Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
Providing support to launch team for launching of new properties.
Established and maintained quality control standards.
Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
Landmark Village Hotel RWT
Restaurant Manager
06.2012 - 07.2014
Job overview
Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Studio 169
Restaurant Manager
07.2011 - 06.2012
Job overview
Managed daily operation to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
Worked as pre opening member.
One & Only
Food and Beverage Supervisor
12.2010 - 06.2011
Job overview
Worked in STAY restaurant by 3 Michelin star chef Yannick Alleno.
Was part of pre opening team.
Shangri la Hotel
Guest Service Associate
11.2009 - 11.2010
Westin Hotels
Guest Service Associate
10.2008 - 09.2009
The Atrium Hotel
Guest Service Associate
10.2007 - 10.2008
Education
IASE
Delhi
Bachelor of Science from Hotel Management & Tourism
08.2004 - 08.2007
Skills
Recipes and menu planning
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Accomplishments
Successfully managed pre-opening operations.
Represented company in EXPO 2022 Dubai, as brand manager.
Received relentless manager of year award.
Received appreciation Letter for best customer service, by GM, Grand Regal Hotel.
Won Diamond and Gold star for year 2009 -10 GDP award at Shangri-La ‘Eros Hotel.
Nominated for care for business in The Westin Sohna-Gurgaon resort & spa.
Sales Manager/Accounting Assistant at Five Star Coffee Roasters/DLF Coffee ImpotersSales Manager/Accounting Assistant at Five Star Coffee Roasters/DLF Coffee Impoters