Sawankumar P.Sachaniya
A/*, Shrinandnagar Part-3
Vejalpur, Ahmadabad, Pincode-380051
M: 982**-***** E.mail: *********@*****.**.**
PERSONAL SUMMARY
Capable manager from a strong catering background with the motivation, enthusiasm and commitment to take full responsibility for the day to day management of a busy department. Possessing an ability to create seasonally inspired menus and prepare food to the highest standard of hygiene and presentation which goes beyond the expectations of diners. Having a keen commercial eye and proven track record of introducing cost saving innovation and ideas, whilst driving profit without sacrificing quality.
Looking for a suitable catering managers position with a prestigious and reputable establishment where I will have a ’hands on’ role.
CAREER HISTORY
• Hostel Admin supervisor DA-IICT GANDHINAGAR –( hostel operation)Present Since2010 * Frame policy on the running of the hostel, mess and other facilities within the hostel. To ensure that no ragging takes place in the hostel and maintain a ragging free hostel. To maintain a track record of students related documentation. Handling Visitors, Managing incoming letters/postal mails/couriers. To plan for up gradation of facilities in the hostel. Planning menus and arranging catering for the people staying in the hostel. Arrange for the linen supplies and laundry services. Ensuring the safety and health regulation and cleanliness standards are met by inspecting the hostel regularly. Monitoring all the aspect of the hostel. Handling and resolving all issues raised by the hostellers. To ensure maintenance of discipline in and around the hostel. Sharing out accommodation and giving out room keys, telling residents the house rules and making sure they keep them arranging and supervising cleaning and emptying bins organizing catering carrying out minor repairs and arranging major repairs,dealing with complaints, enquiries, emergencies and other problems sometimes having to watch out for alcohol or drug abuse and deal with troublemakers
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**HOTEL DEV CORPORATE C.G ROAD AHMEDABAD
CATERING & BANQUET MANAGER - 2009– 2010
Responsible for the daily efficient and effective management of catering department, including food preparation, Banquet Setup and the supervision of the catering staff.
Duties:
• Responsible for maintaining high standards of food hygiene.
• In charge of the food and beverage service.
• Negotiating the price of food supplies with third parties.
• Ensuring high standards of food quality from point of purchase to meal preparation, cooking and service.
• Liaising with cooks and kitchen staff on a daily basis.
• Maintaining accurate financial and administrative records.
• Organising new initiatives and planning promotions.
• Driving sales and developing new income streams.
• Involved in planning menus for the restaurant and special events.
• Advising customers on meals and beverages.
• Monitoring the quality of food.
• Ordering supplies when required.
• Taking action to investigate and address all non-compliance of health and safety guidelines.
• Involved in providing advice and opinion on the introduction of new products, meals and services.
• Recruiting new staff and training them to a suitable standard.
• Dealing with customer complaints.
• Ensuring compliance with the Alcohol Licensing Act 2003.
• Responsible for the security and maintenance of the catering and dining area.
• Kamat group of hotel – 2007-2009
Restaurant Manager. Kikwi Pune,vastrapur ahmedabad Role
**Havmor restaurant group Ahmedabad 2005 – 2007F & B EXECUTIVE
** Hotel Cama park plaza Khanpur Ahmadabad 1999-2004. AS A F&B Executive
**Nirma institute of management (NIM) MESS (CATERING) MANAGER 2004-2005
** As a Asst manager in at l karnawati club Sarkhej Gandhinagar highway Since 1994-1999 ( Manage by President and Bhagwati group )
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Catering abilities:
• Experience of providing the catering service for large private parties and events.
• Fully aware of current equal opportunity, anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of IT and Epos till systems.
• Good leadership and organization skills.
• Excellent people skills to inspire catering staff.
• Track record of managing sites diligently & profitably.
• Ability to provide a safe physical working environment for catering staff, patients and visitors.
Personal:
• Having a real passion for good food.
• Focused on client and customer services.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers.
• Can stay calm in a crisis situation.
• Resolving problems on the spot.
• Effectively motivating staff to get the most out of them.
• Willing to work days, evening and weekends.
• Having an enthusiastic drive and a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Flexible to meet the demands of the business.
KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Hospitality management
Managing costs
Culinary management
Stock taking
Food preparation
Beverages
Developing menus
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate Course in Food & Beverages Services from Asia pacific hotel Management Institute (Govt.of Gujarat.) 1999- 2000
Certificate Course in F&B Production from Asia pacific hotel Management Institute 2000- 2001
of Ahmedabad. (Govt. of Gujarat)
Diploma of Front office and house keeping Hotel management Entrepreneurship course from Govt. of Gujarat (gandhinagar) 2002
REFERENCES - Available on request.