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Jomon Abraham Thoppil

Food & Beverage Professional, Site Lead with Sodexo @ Google Qatar
Old Al Rayyan, Doha,Doha
Jomon Abraham Thoppil

Summary

A Seasoned & Skilled Banquet Manager with more than 18 years of experience working for high-end hotel chains. Diligent team player committed to providing exceptional guest services by directing staff, managing individual and group bookings and resolving common customer service issues. In-depth knowledge of hospitality industry and business administration.

Hands-on Banquet Manager & overseeing successful set up of functions, meetings and events. Maintains productive relationships with internal and external staff and vendors to spearhead collaborative efforts. Creates and embodies guest satisfaction by demonstrating high hospitality standards and delivering positive guest experiences.

Here to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
2
Certifications

Work History

Sodexo Teyseer
Doha

Food Site Lead, Sodexo @ Google
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Responsible for catering requirements for Goole office account.
  • Taking care of daily Micro kitchen requirements in accordance to the Food & beverage standards.
  • Handling daily operation & planning for the upcoming weeks (Cost & Inventory Management)
  • Keeping a track on costs pertaining to the account & manage the budget as shared by Sodexo @ Google team.
  • Follow the HSE Standards as shared the local Sodexo Team & zero down on the following.
  • Manage & maintain records of the vendors, materials & equipments related to daily operations & initiate jobs related to timeline.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Trained & helped staff members to align with the protocols related to the account.
  • Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

The Westin Hotel
Anjuna, Goa

Banquet Manager
02.2021 - 04.2022

Job overview

  • Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.
  • Organized banquet storage and surrounding areas to facilitate access to products and materials.
  • Hired, trained and scheduled staff to maintain adequate coverage for successful operations.
  • Liaised with catering department about event changes and implemented requested adjustments.
  • Provided exceptional service to guests by immediately addressing needs and requests.
  • Managed budgeting and invoicing for both large and small-scale events.
  • Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
  • Performed cost-benefit analysis for corporate and social events.
  • Participated in financial activities such as setting room rates, establishing budgets and allocating funds to departments.

Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway
Bangalore, Karnataka

Banquet Manager
10.2018 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • Hired, trained and scheduled staff to maintain adequate coverage for successful operations.
  • Liaised with catering department about event changes and implemented requested adjustments.
  • Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.
  • Provided exceptional service to guests by immediately addressing needs and requests.
  • Interpreted instructions to schedule and set up events to client specifications.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
  • Participated in financial activities such as setting room rates, establishing budgets and allocating funds to departments.
  • Managed budgeting and invoicing for both large and small-scale events.

J W Marriott Hotel
Sahar, Mumbai

Assistant Banquet Manager
05.2016 - 09.2018

Job overview

▪Was last associated with Banqueting department as Asst Banquet Manager & helping the team to achieve the departmental common goals & taking care of day t day operations.
▪Was also a part of JW Café as Asst. Restaurant Manager wherein my main focus has been to look after the guests & my staff, drive individuals to put in the best of efforts & help them to learn & achieve their career growth with the brand.
▪Business focus by achieving the monthly financial budgets & guest satisfaction scores through Medallia & social networking sites.

▪Maintaining service standards &pushing individuals in getting monthly inventor's done of CCG & various perishable &non perishable items used on shop floor.
▪ Attending F&B meeting and discussing the achievements / shortcomings in the team to get the best of results for the team
▪ Working on Priority Lists.
▪ Taking brief and up to the point training of team members.

J W Marriott Hotel
Sahar, Mumbai

Food & Beverage Executive
12.2014 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • Included in with the pre-opening team, where I have been asked to setup a section of banquet, inventor's, track down of all the required items which still needs to followed on, various setups front and back of the house.
    ▪ Supervising an entire team &training the team to achieve rite attitude, posture in guest area, using of correct phrases, knowledge about work and skills required on shop floor.
    ▪ Meeting the ultimate goal to open the Hotel in its given date.
    ▪ Admirable experience in providing excellent service and customer satisfaction.
  • Restaurant Management.
  • Event Planning & Implementation
  • Communicated effectively with customers to plan large or specialized orders, providing customers with recommendations, samples and response to particular requests.
  • Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
  • Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.

ITC Maratha Hotel
Sahar, Mumbai

Team Leader
06.2011 - 11.2014

Job overview

  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Worked with colleagues to create prototypes for designs and training materials.
  • Facilitated training for associates through daily coaching and regular performance appraisals.
  • Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership.
  • Coached team members in customer service techniques, providing feedback and encouragement toward reaching sales goals.
  • Confirmed confidential budget reports remained up-to-date for manager.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.

Cafe Gul's Pour
Mumbai, India

Cafe Manager
06.2009 - 06.2011

Job overview

  • Trained cafe employees to consistently exceed customers' expectations and provide superior service.
  • Secured daily cash by verifying totals and making nightly deposits.
  • Handled business administration functions such as payroll, cash register counting and supply ordering.
  • Managed display products effectively to achieve consistent sales with minimal waste.
  • Taught servers and cashiers to promote high-profit products and capitalize on cross-selling opportunities.
  • Minimized risks of cross-contamination and infection by directing team members to regularly clean and sanitize surfaces.
  • Responded to emergencies and events occurring outside business hours.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.

J W Marriott Hotel
Juhu, India

Lead Guest Service Associate
11.2008 - 07.2009

Job overview

  • Contacted previous guests and potential visitors via email with information on events and hotel to build clientele base.
  • Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Provided each guest with list of resort's upcoming activities and events upon check-in to enhance stays.
  • Worked closely with guests, some VIP or celebrity, with high degree of respect for privacy.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.

Taj Lands End Hotel
Mumbai, India

Guest Services Associate
10.2007 - 10.2008

Job overview

  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Created lasting relationships with guests that built loyalty and drove hotel revenue.
  • Engaged guests entering facility and offered to assistance with wayfinding.
  • Managed cash flows, audited tills and receipts and upheld store policies to increase profits.
  • Restaurant Operation & Service for International Cousin (Organic Food)


J W Marriott Hotel
Mumbai, India

Casual Waiting Staff
09.2005 - 09.2007

Job overview

  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Education

Global Open Education Council
Mumbai, India

Diploma in Hotel Management Studies from Diploma in Hotel Management Studies
06.2018 - 06.2019

Global Open Education Council
Mumbai, India

High School Diploma
06.2005 - 06.2006

National Institute of Open Schooling
Mumbai, India

Completion of SSC from Completion of SSC
06.2002 - 06.2003

Skills

    Food safety and sanitation

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Certification

Serve Safe International, March 2022-March 2027

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Timeline

Food Site Lead, Sodexo @ Google

Sodexo Teyseer
10.2022 - Current

Serve Safe International, March 2022-March 2027

03-2022

Banquet Manager

The Westin Hotel
02.2021 - 04.2022

Banquet Manager

Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway
10.2018 - 06.2020

Global Open Education Council

Diploma in Hotel Management Studies from Diploma in Hotel Management Studies
06.2018 - 06.2019

Assistant Banquet Manager

J W Marriott Hotel
05.2016 - 09.2018

Marriott International Management Development Program (MDP)

03-2016

Food & Beverage Executive

J W Marriott Hotel
12.2014 - 08.2016

Team Leader

ITC Maratha Hotel
06.2011 - 11.2014

Cafe Manager

Cafe Gul's Pour
06.2009 - 06.2011

Lead Guest Service Associate

J W Marriott Hotel
11.2008 - 07.2009

Guest Services Associate

Taj Lands End Hotel
10.2007 - 10.2008

Casual Waiting Staff

J W Marriott Hotel
09.2005 - 09.2007

Global Open Education Council

High School Diploma
06.2005 - 06.2006

National Institute of Open Schooling

Completion of SSC from Completion of SSC
06.2002 - 06.2003
Jomon Abraham ThoppilFood & Beverage Professional, Site Lead with Sodexo @ Google Qatar