Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Waitress
ANOOP. N

ANOOP. N

Food And Beverage Professional
Palakkad

Summary

A highly motivated and result oriented hotelier with 11 year 2 month of rich exposure in Food & Beverage Service. Enthusiastic and fervent in providing customer service and exceeding organizational goals. Creative, analytical, problem solver with excellent communication skills having ability to maximize profits and motivate staff. Dynamic, Multitasking, and Detail-oriented professional, Proficient in effectively organizing, handling, and monitoring a wide variety of tasks. Remarkably astute, quality-focused, with progressive years of continues service in the hospitality industry and performance-driven experiences coupled with strong qualifications and competency in providing strategic direction to staff in the procurement, production, guest orientation and presentation of food in a safe, sanitary work environment. Efficiently manage all aspects of meal preparation, including ordering, menu planning, and monitoring inventory while ensuring strict compliance with all standards and regulations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Banquet Manager

Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort and Spa Chennai
2022.08 - Current
  • Responsible for the overall MICE operations of the hotel with a Event space Area of 50000 Sqr Feet with a team of 09 members
  • Contributing a total of 65% of the total F&B Revenue through various MICE Events
  • Responsible for the Contribution of 73% of the Beverage revenue by upselling and suggestive selling of various Alcoholic and non alcoholic products
  • Organized banquet storage and surrounding areas to facilitate access to products and materials.
  • Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
  • Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.
  • Liaised with catering department about event changes and implemented requested adjustments.
  • Set up and broke down conference and banquet rooms to meet facility standards and specifications.
  • Managed budgeting and invoicing for both large and small-scale events.
  • Arranged furniture and equipment to maximize space and floor plan for seamless movement during functions.
  • Liaised with venue management to monitor logistics and timelines.
  • Performed cost-benefit analysis for corporate and social events.
  • Hired, trained and scheduled staff to maintain adequate coverage for successful operations.
  • Supervised and mentored kitchen and serving staff.
  • Implemented successful strategies to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Created and managed accurate occupancy forecasts and budgets.
  • Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain favorable rates for goods and services while maintaining good working relationships.

Banquet Manager

Double Tree by Hilton
Ahmedabad
2020.08 - 2021.01
  • Was Responsible for the Various MICE events happening in the hotel
  • Has conducted many Sit down Dinners and and high end Out Door Catering in various place for Delegates
  • Contributing a total of 55% to the total F&B revenue
  • Organized banquet storage and surrounding areas to facilitate access to products and materials.
  • Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
  • Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.
  • Liaised with catering department about event changes and implemented requested adjustments.
  • Managed budgeting and invoicing for both large and small-scale events.
  • Liaised with venue management to monitor logistics and timelines.
  • Provided exceptional service to guests by immediately addressing needs and requests.
  • Interpreted instructions to schedule and set up events to client specifications.
  • Supervised and mentored kitchen and serving staff.
  • Hired, trained and scheduled staff to maintain adequate coverage for successful operations.
  • Followed safety procedures and incorporated safety equipment to reduce injury and loss.
  • Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain favorable rates for goods and services while maintaining good working relationships.

Assistant Banquet Manager

by Hilton
Ahmedabad
2019.11 - 2021.01

· Was Responsible for the Various MICE events happening in the hotel

· Has conducted many Sit down Dinners and and high end Out Door Catering in various place for Delegates

· Contributing a total of 55% to the total F&B revenue

· Organized banquet storage and surrounding areas to facilitate access to products and materials.

· Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.

· Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.

· Liaised with catering department about event changes and implemented requested adjustments.

· Managed budgeting and invoicing for both large and small-scale events.

· Liaised with venue management to monitor logistics and timelines.

· Provided exceptional service to guests by immediately addressing needs and requests.

· Interpreted instructions to schedule and set up events to client specifications.

· Supervised and mentored kitchen and serving staff.

· Hired, trained and scheduled staff to maintain adequate coverage for successful operations.

· Followed safety procedures and incorporated safety equipment to reduce injury and loss.

· Hired and trained new employees, demonstrating best methods for serving clients and guests.

· Negotiated with vendors to obtain favourable rates for goods and services while maintaining good working Relationships

F & B Executive

Royal Orchid Resort and Convention center Bangalore
Bangalore
2018.12 - 2019.11
  • Supported and assisted team members in handling guest inquiries and requests and in resolving guest complaints.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Trained new staff members on company policies and procedures.
  • Maintained stock levels of cups, lids, straws, and condiments throughout shift.
  • Provided guests with information about menu items, specials and promotions to provide quality service.
  • Maintained clean and organized restaurant to comply with hygiene and health regulations.
  • Processed payments and provided receipts to establish proof of transaction.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with other food and beverage attendants to provide prompt, smooth and excellent service.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff and waiters to provide accurate, timely information regarding orders and minimize delays.
  • Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Processed customer payments and balanced cash drawers.

Team Leader

NOVOTEL PUNE
PUNE
2015.11 - 2018.11
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
  • Communicated KPIs outlined in annual plan to inform employees of expectations and deliverables.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Team Leader

Hyatt Hotel Corporation
Ahmedabad
2014.02 - 2015.08
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Team Member

Hyatt Hotels
Ahmedabad
2012.06 - 2014.02
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.

Education

Hotel Management

Oriental School of Hotel Management
Kerala,India
2008.04 - 2012.04

Higher Secondary - Education

2006.01 - 2008.04

Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (SSLC) - undefined

2005.01 - 2006.04

Skills

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Accomplishments

  • Industrial Exposure Training from Orange County Luxury Resort, Coorg, Karnataka in Food and Beverage Service and Food Production department as partial fulfillment of the 4 years- BHMCT course..

Timeline

Banquet Manager

Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort and Spa Chennai
2022.08 - Current

Banquet Manager

Double Tree by Hilton
2020.08 - 2021.01

Assistant Banquet Manager

by Hilton
2019.11 - 2021.01

F & B Executive

Royal Orchid Resort and Convention center Bangalore
2018.12 - 2019.11

Team Leader

NOVOTEL PUNE
2015.11 - 2018.11

Team Leader

Hyatt Hotel Corporation
2014.02 - 2015.08

Team Member

Hyatt Hotels
2012.06 - 2014.02

Hotel Management

Oriental School of Hotel Management
2008.04 - 2012.04

Higher Secondary - Education

2006.01 - 2008.04

Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (SSLC) - undefined

2005.01 - 2006.04
ANOOP. NFood And Beverage Professional