KOLANGIAPPAR V
Food And Beverage Manager
Chennai,TN
Summary
Professional in food and beverage industry with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at managing operations, ensuring quality, and driving customer satisfaction. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting changing needs. Skilled in inventory control, staff training, and cost management.
Overview
4
4
Languages
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Food and Beverage Manager
Sathyam Grand Resorts
05.2025 - Current
- Level One Pub (Roof Top Specialty Grill & BBQ Restaurant)
- Hundreds (Bar)
- In-Room Dining for 63 Rooms
- Banqueting
- Oversaw daily operations of food and beverage service, enhancing guest satisfaction and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to improve service quality and operational excellence.
- Managed inventory control processes, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for service demands.
- Collaborated with culinary teams to create innovative menus, attracting diverse clientele and increasing revenues.
Food and Beverage Manager
Hudson Resorts
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Zeus (Bar)
- In-Room Dining for 61 Rooms
- Banqueting
- Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided mentorship to promote team development and retention.
- Analyzed customer feedback and market trends to adjust offerings, improving overall dining experiences.
- Streamlined procurement processes, fostering relationships with suppliers and ensuring quality product availability.
- Implemented health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance and maintaining a safe dining environment.
Food and Beverage Manager
Social Restaurants Pvt. Ltd.
06.2018 - 04.2024
- Started working as a Restaurant Manager since 2018 till Nov 2021
- Since Dec 2022- promoted as Asst. Food and Beverage Manager wherein my Jobs & Responsibilities has been designated
- Since Dec 2023 till Sept 2024- promoted as Food and Beverage Manager wherein I took complete control of the F&B outlets which includes
- Broken Bridge Café (24 hour Multi-Cuisine Restaurant)
- House of Cheese (Cheesiest Restaurant)
- Radio Room (Resto-Bar)- which comes under Best 30 Restobars in India
- In-Room Dining service for 187 Rooms at Somerset
- Operated inside the premises of Somerset Greenways Chennai.
- Led a team of 60 staff, optimizing workflow and improving service levels across operations.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring timely supply replenishment.
- Implemented training programs that enhanced staff performance and improved guest satisfaction ratings.
- Developed and maintained budgets, achieving cost control while maximizing profitability across departments.
Mess Manager
GPEMC Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 05.2018
- Working as a Mess Manager from 2013 to 2018 wherein handling complete Mess operation for 6000 Hostel students. We were operating with around 330 staff in 9 dining halls.
- Operated inside the premises of SRM University, Kattankulathur
- Managed daily operations of the mess, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels to meet dining needs.
- Trained and mentored staff in food safety practices and service excellence.
- Implemented new menu options based on guest feedback, enhancing dining experience.
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Radisson Grt Hotel
08.2004 - 05.2013
- Working as a Food & Beverage Supervisor from 2010 to 2013, where initially worked as Senior Steward from 2004 to 2010 in the same Organization.
- Oversaw daily operations of food and beverage service, ensuring optimal guest satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.
- Implemented inventory management processes, resulting in reduced waste and improved cost efficiency.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to streamline service processes and enhance meal presentation.
Steward
Hotel Central Park
07.2002 - 05.2004
- Worked as a steward from 2002 to 2004.
- Bangalore
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of all dining areas to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Assisted in food preparation and service to ensure timely and quality dining experiences.
- Restocked supplies and ensured inventory accuracy to support seamless operations.
- Monitored dining area for safety and sanitation compliance, contributing to a safe environment.
Education
B.Sc - Hotel and Catering Management
Periyar University
Salem 04.2001 -
Skills
Menu development
Inventory management
Cost management
Safety compliance
Banqueting operations
Guest satisfaction
Customer feedback analysis
Workflow optimization
Staff training programs
Performance evaluations
Team leadership
Accomplishments
- Continuously 5 years handled the complete operation at “Tamilan Awards” by Puthiya Thalaimurai.
- Been in the Team of Radisson when it won 2 times Hotel of the year among Carlson Hotels Asia Pacific.
- Been in the Team of Radisson when it won 4 times consecutively President’s Award among Carlson Hotels Asia Pacific.
- Handled Raj Bhavan Events (3 times) as a Banquet Supervisor at Independence Day and Republic day.
- Handled Event for C.K.Birla(2 times) with Special Kabab Factory Menu.
- Awarded Employee of the Month (2 times) at Radisson Grt Hotel. and at Hudson Resorts (1 time)
- Certificate of appreciation for Promoting Seafood Sizzler at Radisson.
- Certificate of Supervisory Development Workshop from IRIS (Intensive Reinforcement for Inducted Supervisors).
- Been as one of the “Buddy” in the department & successfully carried out through years in different hotels.
Extra Activities
Passed Junior level in Typewriting. Basic knowledge on computer. Passed Junior level in Typewriting. Basic knowledge on computer.
Training Experience
- Hotel LRN Excellency, Salem
- Sterling Resorts, Munnar
- Hotel Central Park & Manipal County Resort, Bangalore
- Sterling Resorts, Yercaud
Declaration
I hereby declare that the above furnished information is true to the best of my knowledge. Place: Chennai Date: Signature (KOLANGIAPPAR.V)
Personal Profile
- Father’s Name - Veerasamy.N
- Date of Birth - 1981-05-23
- Sex - Male
- Marital Status - Married
- Religion - Hindu
- Nationality - Indian
Timeline
Food and Beverage Manager
Sathyam Grand Resorts
05.2025 - Current
Food and Beverage Manager
Hudson Resorts
10.2024 - 04.2025
Food and Beverage Manager
Social Restaurants Pvt. Ltd.
06.2018 - 04.2024
Mess Manager
GPEMC Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 05.2018
Food & Beverage Supervisor
Radisson Grt Hotel
08.2004 - 05.2013
Steward
Hotel Central Park
07.2002 - 05.2004
B.Sc - Hotel and Catering Management
Periyar University
04.2001 -