Deepak Sharma
F&B Consultant
Noida
Summary
Experienced food & beverage operations specialist with over 20 years of leadership in hospitality management. Proficient in new project development, concept creation, and overseeing end-to-end F&B operations. Proven success in kitchen & bar design, menu engineering, cost control, and leading high-performance teams to operational excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head – Operations & New Projects
Mint Hospitality Consultancy
10.2013 - Current
- Company Overview: A Unit of Six String & Frying Pan Pvt. Ltd.
- Project Lifecycle Leadership: Managed projects from ideation to launch and post-opening audits, ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence.
- F&B Space Planning & Facility Design: Led design and layout for kitchens, bars, commissaries, warehouses, cold storage, butchery, receiving, and dispatch areas—ensuring each area aligns with brand, cuisine, and maximum operational flow.
- BOQ Creation & Equipment Specification: Developed detailed BOQs and endorsed equipment selections reflecting theme, cuisine, and spatial constraints for optimal performance and aesthetics.
- Concept & Budget Management: Partnered with clients to conceptualize unique brands and plan P&L, forecasting, and budgeting to drive sustained profitability.
- Menu Engineering: Directed menu development, costing, and product design for both food and beverage programs.
- SOP Creation & Staff Development: Designed, documented, and trained teams on SOPs to meet service, compliance, and safety requirements.
- Operational Audits: Executed pre-opening readiness checks and regular post-launch audits, providing actionable insights for improvement.
- Stakeholder Management: Acted as principal client contact, ensuring alignment and satisfaction at every project stage.
- A Unit of Six String & Frying Pan Pvt. Ltd.
Restaurant GM, Chandigarh; Restaurant Manager, Khan Market, New Delhi; Operations Trainer
Café Oz & Bar
03.2009 - 10.2013
- Company Overview: Multiple Outlets, India
- Led launch and expansion of Café Oz outlets (company-owned and franchise), developing SOPs, recipes, and training programs for new openings.
- Oversaw daily operations, service quality, and budgeting at Chandigarh and Delhi locations; improved operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Earned two Times Food Award nominations for the Khan Market outlet, reflecting outstanding performance.
- Promoted Café Oz specialty beverages (Vittoria Coffee & T2 Tea) to a wider audience, earning media recognition in City Plus Jagran.
- Received Inter-Company Best Award for top-selling Aussie cocktails during the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
- Multiple Outlets, India
Floor Supervisor
Canadian High Commission, Club Canada
02.2006 - 03.2009
- Company Overview: New Delhi, India
- Supervised club-level food & beverage services, ensuring high-quality service standards for diplomatic and VIP clientele.
- Coordinated banquets and events, managing service staff and maintaining smooth operations in an upscale environment.
- New Delhi, India
Senior Steward
Q’BA Restaurant & Bar
11.2004 - 01.2006
- Company Overview: New Delhi, India
- Managed stewarding operations at an award-winning fine dining restaurant, overseeing dishwashing, kitchen support, and sanitation.
- Maintained inventory control and hygiene standards in a high-volume service setting, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
- New Delhi, India
Steward
Jaypee Greens Golf Resort
10.2003 - 11.2004
- Company Overview: Greater Noida, India
- Supported banquet and restaurant operations at Asia’s largest golf resort; assisted in service at the on-site Italian specialty restaurant.
- Ensured timely plating and delivery of dishes; upheld quality standards and efficient kitchen flow.
- Greater Noida, India
Trainee Assistant Steward; F&B Service Apprentice
The Metropolitan Hotel Nikko
01.2001 - 10.2003
- Company Overview: New Delhi, India
- Completed a rigorous F&B service apprenticeship, gaining foundational experience in luxury hotel food service.
- Assisted in banquet and room service operations; learned service protocols, inventory management, and guest interaction.
- New Delhi, India
Education
Hindi Honours -
Himachal Pradesh University
Skills
Advanced Coffee Brewing
Key Specializations
- New Project Setup & Replication
- F&B Concept Development (QSR, Cloud Kitchens, Cafés, Banquets, Corporate Cafeterias, etc.)
- Kitchen & Bar Design and Equipment Specification
- Menu & Beverage Development and Engineering
- Budgeting, P&L Management and Cost Control
- Supply Chain Setup and Vendor Management
- SOP Development & Staff Training
- Customer Experience & Quality Assurance
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Late Aditya Dutt
- Mother's Name: Sumitra Devi
- Date of Birth: 03/09/78
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Head – Operations & New Projects
Mint Hospitality Consultancy
10.2013 - Current
Restaurant GM, Chandigarh; Restaurant Manager, Khan Market, New Delhi; Operations Trainer
Café Oz & Bar
03.2009 - 10.2013
Floor Supervisor
Canadian High Commission, Club Canada
02.2006 - 03.2009
Senior Steward
Q’BA Restaurant & Bar
11.2004 - 01.2006
Steward
Jaypee Greens Golf Resort
10.2003 - 11.2004
Trainee Assistant Steward; F&B Service Apprentice
The Metropolitan Hotel Nikko
01.2001 - 10.2003
Hindi Honours -
Himachal Pradesh University
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