DANIEL ARIJIT GOMES
Kolkata,WB
Summary
Results-driven Food & Beverage professional with 17 years of leadership experience in hospitality. Expertise in pre-openings, guest engagement, and operational excellence, aligning service strategies with business goals to enhance guest experiences and profitability. Skilled in team development and financial management, with a strong focus on optimizing service standards in diverse environments. Recognized for enhancing staff performance and boosting company morale through effective collaboration and management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Cozy Box
Kolkata
05.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations for front and back of house to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Assisted in pre-opening phase by hiring talent, formulating SOPs, and designing menus.
- Spearheaded procurement of crockery, glassware, and essential equipment to enhance outlet setup.
- Collaborated with General Manager on operational planning, budgeting, and vendor management.
- Liaised with guests to address requirements and fulfill unique requests.
- Established calculated performance targets for team to drive productivity.
Food and Beverage Manager
The Astor
Kolkata
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Company Overview: Archer Hospitality
- Directed F&B promotions across restaurants and bars, ensuring profitability and guest engagement.
- Engineered cost-effective menus using detailed pricing and menu analytics.
- Enhanced team performance through regular training aligned with business goals.
- Maintained top-tier hygiene and food safety standards, aligning with compliance protocols.
- Led policy updates and SOP development to elevate service benchmarks.
- Archer Hospitality
Beverage Manager
The Westin
Gurugram
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed the beverage operations for a 313-key luxury hotel with 6 outlets and 11 banquet venues.
- Orchestrated promotions and tie-ups with leading alcohol brands.
- Played a key role in menu development and procurement coordination.
Operations Manager
Trapeze – Kitchen and Bar
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Led F&B operations for a 150+ cover casual dining outlet; part of the pre-opening leadership team.
- Achieved a revenue milestone of ₹1 crore in 2 consecutive months.
- Secured top 3 rank in city’s dining scene for 2 years; won Times Award for Best All Day Dining (2021).
- Received two internal promotions within tenure.
Deputy Manager – F&B Service
Altair – A Boutique Hotel
Kolkata
10.2017 - 02.2020
- Headed Capella, a 220+ cover al fresco lounge and in-room dining services.
- Exceeded annual budget targets by 34% in year one post-launch.
- Contributed to Capella receiving top nightlife and dining awards.
Assistant Bar Manager
Park Plaza
Kolkata
10.2013 - 11.2015
- Managed alfresco dining operations and a team of 11 staff.
- Designed a successful promotional cocktail menu.
Bar Supervisor
Penthouse by Grandeur Hotels
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Part of the pre-opening team; led a team of 16 in a dual-floor lounge and bistro.
Bartender
Swissôtel
Kolkata
05.2010 - 12.2011
- Pre-opening team member; awarded Suggestive Selling Champion and winner of Diageo cocktail challenge.
- Featured in a leading newspaper for innovative cocktail recipes.
F&B Assistant
The Park Hotels
Kolkata
05.2007 - 07.2009
- Promoted to bartender within 9 months for performance excellence.
Industrial Trainee
Taj Hotels
10.2004 - 03.2005
- Gained foundational experience in F&B services and hospitality operations.
Education
Diploma - Hotel Management & Applied Nutrition
The Meridian School of Hotel Management
01.2007
Higher Secondary - Commerce
St. Xavier's Collegiate School
01.2003
Skills
- Operations management
- Guest relations
- Menu engineering
- Pre-opening strategies
- Team leadership
- Vendor management
- SOP development
- Negotiation skills
- Customer service excellence
- Beverage management
Websites
Certification
- Diploma in Food and Beverage Service – City & Guilds 7066
- Executive Leadership – LinkedIn
- Transitioning from Manager to Leader – LinkedIn
- Digital Networking Strategies – LinkedIn
- Cost Reduction: Cut Costs and Maximize Profits – LinkedIn
- 360-Degree Feedback – LinkedIn
- Project Management Foundations: Budgets – LinkedIn
- Motivating and Engaging Employees – LinkedIn
Honours And Awards
- Suggestive Selling Champion – Swissôtel, Kolkata (2011)
- Diageo World Class Cocktail Champion – East Zone Winner (2011)
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Cozy Box
05.2025 - Current
Food and Beverage Manager
The Astor
01.2024 - 11.2024
Beverage Manager
The Westin
11.2022 - 01.2023
Operations Manager
Trapeze – Kitchen and Bar
09.2020 - 07.2022
Deputy Manager – F&B Service
Altair – A Boutique Hotel
10.2017 - 02.2020
Assistant Bar Manager
Park Plaza
10.2013 - 11.2015
Bar Supervisor
Penthouse by Grandeur Hotels
01.2012 - 08.2013
Bartender
Swissôtel
05.2010 - 12.2011
F&B Assistant
The Park Hotels
05.2007 - 07.2009
Industrial Trainee
Taj Hotels
10.2004 - 03.2005
Diploma - Hotel Management & Applied Nutrition
The Meridian School of Hotel Management
Higher Secondary - Commerce
St. Xavier's Collegiate School
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