Ananya Pant
New Delhi
Summary
I’m a dynamic and results-oriented restaurant manager at Taj Mahal, New Delhi, with a focus on strong team leadership and operational excellence. I enjoy building collaborative teams, streamlining processes, and working toward shared goals. My approach is grounded in consistency, adaptability, and a genuine drive to improve performance and guest experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Manager
The Taj Mahal New Delhi, IHCL
New Delhi
05.2024 - Current
People Management | Budgeting | Operations Management
- Transformed a 36L deficit into a 7L profit within three months of joining the Indian specialty.
- Directed bar operations, along with managing multiple operations and festivities.
- Managed marketing and promotions year-round for all outlets in F&B.
- Focus towards team management and brand positioning.
Management Trainee
The Indian Hotels Company Limited
New Delhi
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Played critical role in planning and managing one of the biggest ODC, Ambani pre-wedding held at Jamnagar.
- Shadow Manager at Vista, all day dining restaurant in Taj Lands End.
- Shadow Supervisor at Capital Kitchen, all day dining in Taj Palace.
- Butler for multiple ambassadors and VIP delegates throughout the tenure.
- Cross Exposure with a 3-4 month experience in all frontline and ancillary departments.
Intern
The Taj Mahal New Delhi
New Delhi
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Frontline operations in all day dining and Indian specialty restaurant.
- Managing the hotel Festivity desk.
- 3 months in learning & development department; hiring talents, staff training.
- 1 week Out-Door-Catering at Taj Chandigarh.
Industrial Trainee
Vivanta by Taj, Aurangabad
Aurangabad
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Cross training in all functions; front office, housekeeping, food & beverage.
- Took Part in major banquet operations.
- Recognized as trainee of the month for Food and beverage and Front Office.
Education
BA Hons - Hospitality
University of Huddersfield
04.2022
Skills
- Menu planning and event management
- Cost control and budgeting
- Inventory management
- Conflict resolution
- Staff recruitment and training
- Team leadership
- Shawman POS and POS Ultra
- PMS Opera and Microsoft tools
Accomplishments
- 30 Best Bars India, 01/01/24, Rick's Bar was recognized in India's top 50 bars and was awarded for 'Toki Reinvented' tradition
- Awarded Employee of the Month and recognized for performance on multiple occasions
- Trainee of the Month- Food and Beverage, 08/01/19, Recognized for performance in the food and beverage department across all departments
- Trophy of Excellence, 04/01/17, Trophy of Excellence for academic performance at DAV
Projects
Subway- Shadow Supervisor, 01/01/20, 02/29/20, Internship aimed at getting hands-on experience in QSR based model; Subway Cliffy's Cafe, 06/01/19, 07/31/19, Internship at a popular local cafe aimed at understanding the basics of F&B service and business management Signature Burger- Floor Manager, 05/01/19, 06/30/19, Internship at an opening outlet to understand the basics of business management and operations Inlingua- Personality Development Program, 04/01/17, 06/30/17, Personality development and vocational training at Inlingua
Hobbies and Interests
- Travelling
- Beatboxing
- Photography
Languages
- English, Full Professional Proficiency
- Hindi, Full Professional Proficiency
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
The Taj Mahal New Delhi, IHCL
05.2024 - Current
Management Trainee
The Indian Hotels Company Limited
08.2022 - 04.2024
Intern
The Taj Mahal New Delhi
04.2021 - 04.2022
Industrial Trainee
Vivanta by Taj, Aurangabad
04.2019 - 01.2020
BA Hons - Hospitality
University of Huddersfield
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