ABOUT ME
More than ** years successful experience in Food Service Management and support with recognized strengths in account maintenance, problem-solving and trouble-shooting, sales staff support, and planning and implementing proactive procedures and systems to avoid problems in the first place. Focused and friendly restaurant general manager with experience in staff development, budget control, and business strategies. Proven record of exceeding profit goals with updated marketing and innovative customer service policies. Utilize extensive knowledge of food, alcohol, and health and safety laws to guarantee a quality dining environment on a consistent basis. I believe my skills and expertise will address the needs of your company.
WORK EXPERIENCE
General Manager
Machaan Restaurant [ 04/2021 – Current ]
City: Palampur
Country: India
Coordinate daily Front of the House and Back of the House restaurant operations Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction Respond efficiently and accurately to customer complaints Regularly review product quality and research new vendors Organize and supervise shifts
Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations Manage restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly and annual revenues and expenses Promote the brand in the local community through word-of-mouth and restaurant events Recommend ways to reach a broader audience (e.g. discounts and social media ads) Train new and current employees on proper customer service practices Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations Vinay Kumar Bawa
Nationality: Indian
Date of birth: 01/03/1974
Gender: Male
Email address: adsuo9@r.postjobfree.com
Skype : VinayKumarBawa
Address: Chandigarh (India)
Bar & Laundry Business Manager
Durian Imported Co. Limited [ 12/2019 – 03/2021 ]
City: Pattaya
Country: Thailand
Operated traditional and computer-operated washers and dryers while observing all safety protocols. Maintained safety practices at all times to protect personnel and laundry loads. Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends. Purchase all materials and new required. Maintain stock inventory. Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time. Handled calls to address customer inquiries and concerns. Resolved problems improved operations and provided exception client support. Transported clothes to customer locations.
Drave operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins. Maintained Monthly Tax and social security part.
Making every month profit and expenditure records
Manager Chef
Durian Imported Co. Limited [ 05/2017 – 12/2019 ]
City: Pattaya
Country: Thailand
Wide experience in Thai cuisine preparation in restaurant Profound knowledge of food ingredients used in Thai cooking Proficient in Thai food and Thai cuisine preparations Skilled at alluring carving of fresh fruits and vegetables Ability to cook exclusive food items for guests having specific food intolerances and allergies Assured good quality and apt quantity of served food items. Educated staff in cooking, presenting and handling of food. Catering General Manager
Defence Catering [ 04/1999 – 04/2017 ]
City: Chandigarh
Country: India
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving service issues. Saved money by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long standing problems. Worked with customers to understand needs and provide service. Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends. Developed team communications and information for meetings. Maintained excellent attendance record, consistencies in quality, quantity and presentation. Collaborated with vendors to maintaining tight cost controls. Hiring staff.
Maintained all legal works, permits, banks and payments and salaries Achievement
In this period I am looking Industrial Cafeteria of Swaraj Tractors division of Punjab Tractors Limited for 6 Years. And running Army reputed Club of India name D.S.O.I Club Chandigarh for 4 years continuously. At part of this doing Outdoor Catering for Marriages and other functions in Tri-city. In the year 2009 I got the work Visa of Canada valid for 2 years as chef in Calgary City. In the Year 2012 got award of Best outdoor club catering services in Chandigarh by Brand Academy Service Excellence.
Restaurant & Banquet In charge
Hotel Maya Palace [ 05/1996 – 04/1998 ]
City: Chandigarh
Country: India
Marketing and selling conference and banqueting facilities. Scheduling reservations.
Operating the facilities profitably.
Planning well so each event runs smoothly.
Checking all bills are paid on time.
Managing your food and beverage team.
Briefing staff and checking the room set-up before the event. Trainee Captain
Khyber Restaurant [ 05/1995 – 04/1996 ]
City: Chandigarh
Country: India
To ensure that the Guests water goblets/tumblers are constantly topped. To clear the side station and keep it neat and tidy at all times. To be aware of the menu and beverages served in the outlets. To ensure quality in all aspects of the jobs.
To follow the Apprentice program and schedule.
Making the store requisition as per requirement of Food and Beverages. Set up of buffet, greeting the guests, making them sit and taking orders. Trainee Captain
Hotel Sunbeam [ 01/1995 – 04/1995 ]
City: Chandigarh
Country: India
To assist in mis-en-place and restaurant / outlet layout. To ensure that all the tables are properly arranged and are not wobbly. To ensure that the linen is picked up from the linen department, and returned at the end of the shift. To ensure that the order is picked up from the kitchen and brought to the side- station, so that the steward may serve the Guest promptly.
To ensure that the Guests water goblets/tumblers are constantly topped. To clear the side station and keep it neat and tidy at all times. To be aware of the menu and beverages served in the outlets. To ensure quality in all aspects of the jobs.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Diploma in Hotel Management
Trade Wings Institute of Management [ 1995 ]
Address: Chandigarh (India)
Higher Secondary
LBS Central School [ 1993 ]
Address: Jodhpur (India)
English
LISTENING B1 READING B1 SPOKEN PRODUCTION B1
SPOKEN INTERACTION B1
Thai
LISTENING A1 SPOKEN INTERACTION A1
Driving Licence: B 01/03/2024
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Mother tongue(s):
Hindi
Other language(s):
DIGITAL SKILLS
Team-work oriented / Organizational and planning skills / Good listener and communicator / Motivated
/ Outlook / Decision-making / Social Media / Microsoft Word / Microsoft Excel / POS DRIVING LICENCE
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Strengths
Loyalty
Accuracy
Action Oriented
Creative Thinking
Decision Making
Flexibility
Problem Solving
Supervising
Professional Skills
Cooking ( Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian, Thai) Regulatory Compliance
Business Operations
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Hobbies
Cooking
Driving
Exploring Distance Lands
Capturing moments
Feeling the music
Sport Activities
COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Deadline-oriented
Professionalism
Active learning
Planning and organizing
Multi-tasking
Teamwork
Trust worth
Team Leadership
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Partner with Rising Sun Restaurant, Chandigarh, India
[ 05/1998 – 03/1999 ]
Making improvements to the running of the business and developing the restaurant. Recruiting, training and supervising staff
Agreeing and managing budgets
Ensuring compliance with licensing
Handled and marketing the business
Problem solving
Keeping statistical and financial records
Assessing and improving profitability
Setting targets
Handling administration
Liaising with customers suppliers, licensing authorities.