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Pradyumna Kumar Rana

Surat

Summary

Proficient Store Manager dedicated to hiring top-notch sales associates and maintaining smooth, efficient and highly successful store operations. Organized and effective at encouraging staff cooperation and productivity to meet and exceed objectives. Born leader and analytical problem-solver with proven team building and management success.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Coffee Cultures Dumas
04.2024 - Current
  • Oversee all day-to-day activities, including opening and closing procedures, ensuring smooth service, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.
  • Ensure all equipment, like coffee machines, is in good working order and report any maintenance issues.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting cafe environment, ensuring adherence to all health and safety standards.
  • Recruit, hire, and provide comprehensive training to new staff on products, equipment, customer service, and company policies.
  • Create and manage employee work schedules and time records, ensuring adequate staff coverage.
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by resolving complaints, addressing needs, and cultivating a loyal customer base.
  • Manage inventory, coordinate with vendors, and order supplies (coffee, milk, takeaway cups, etc.).
  • Monitor and optimize the cafe's financial performance, manage cash handling, track expenses and revenues, and work to improve profit margins.
  • Develop and implement marketing and promotional strategies to attract new customers and increase sales

Store Manager

Livestream
07.2023 - 04.2024
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.

Store Manager

Pizza Culture
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Responsible for day-to-day operations, including profit management, inventory management, crew hiring and training, scheduling, quality control of all foods.
  • Controlled food cost and store level variances.
  • Lead and motivate a team of employees to ensure customer satisfaction, quality standards, and operational excellence.
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, including safety and security protocols.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.

Store Manager

Cafe Beats Arena
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Manage day-to-day operations of the cafe.
  • Train employees on drinks preparation and proper use of coffee equipment.
  • Nurture friendly relationships with customers to increase loyalty and boost our reputation.
  • Ensure all cafe areas are clean and tidy.
  • Advise staff on the best ways to resolve issues with clients and deliver excellent customer service.
  • Maintain updated records of daily, weekly and monthly revenues and expenses.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.

Store Manager

Coffee Culture
12.2018 - 12.2020
  • Ensure to manage all store related works.
  • order taking from customer as well as manage online order and manage cash counter and electronic payment like card payments and wallet payments.


  • Brief employees about rules of the cafe.


  • Ensure that the machines such as coffee machine or tea machine are working fine.


  • Make sure the cleaning is done before the daily operations start Keep a record of monthly expenses and revenues.


  • Coordinate with suppliers for the stock of raw materials.


  • Maintain healthy relationship with customers.


  • Coordinate with the staff according to different shifts and confirm the availability.


  • Maintain the standard and quality of the services provided.


  • Coordinate with the baker and chef to plan out a new menu.


  • Ensure that the needs of the customers are fulfilled.


  • Manage the billing procedures

Ensure smooth operations of our cafe when we are understaffed.

Asistant Manager

The Grand Bansi Hotel
05.2017 - 11.2018
  • Ensuring company policies are followed.


  • Optimizing profits by controlling costs.


  • Hiring, training and developing new employees.


  • Resolving customer issues to their overall satisfaction.


  • Maintaining an overall management style that follows company best practices.


  • Providing leadership and direction to all employees.


  • Ensuring product quality and availability.


  • Working closely with the store manager to lead staff.


  • Overseeing retail inventory.Assisting customers whenever necessary.


  • Organizing employee schedule.Ensuring that health, safety, and security rules are followed.



  • Taking disciplinary action when necessary.


  • Ensuring a consistent standard of customer service.


  • Motivating employees and ensuring a focus on the mission.


  • Maintaining stores to standards, including stocking and cleaning. Completing tasks assigned by the general manager accurately and efficiently.


  • Supporting store manager as needed.

Store Manager

HOTEL LA HERITAGE, SILVASSA ,KHANVEL
04.2013 - 04.2017
  • Complete store operational requirements by scheduling and

assigning employees; following up on work results.


  • Maintain store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employees.


  • Maintain store staff job results by coaching, counseling and

disciplining employees; planning, monitoring and appraising job results.


  • Identify current and future customer requirements by establishing report with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.


  • Ensure availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts,maintaining inventories Protect employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment.


  • Maintain the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements.


  • Determine marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.


  • Maintain inventory by implementing purchasing plans and staying in contact with vendors and shippers.


  • Develop a schedule of holiday activities and promotions

throughout the year strategically designed to bring in more

revenue.


  • Provide training to improve the knowledge base of the staff and utilize cross‑training methods to maintain productivity when employees are absent.


  • Work with vendors and manufacturers to bring in effective

marketing displays for the sales floor and store windows.


  • Manage all controllable costs to keep operations profitable.


  • Manage stock levels and make key decisions about stock control Analyze sales figures and forecast future sales.


  • Deal with staffing issues such as interviewing potential staff,

conducting appraisals and performance reviews, as well as

providing or organizing training and development.


  • Ensure standards for quality, customer service and health and safety are met.


  • Respond to customer complaints and comments.


  • Organize special promotions, displays and events.

Store Mananger

Sugar N Spice
02.2012 - 03.2013
  • Opening and closing the restaurant.


  • Appointing, inducting, and mentoring new staff members.


  • Scheduling shifts and assigning tables to service staff.


  • Resolving customers' questions and grievances in a professional manner.


  • Conducting payroll activities in an accurate, timely manner.


  • Ensuring that the restaurant adheres to pertinent health and

safety regulations.

  • Purchasing new ingredients, kitchen utensils, and equipment as stock is damaged or depleted.


  • Sourcing better deals on all resources and equipment that

warrant replacing or replenishing.


  • Recording all income and expenses and ensuring that cash

registers are balanced.

Front Office Manager

Khanvel Resort Silvasa
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Managing and training the concierge, night auditor and team of receptionists.


  • Ensuring the front desk provides a professional and friendly

service for customers.


  • Dealing with customers, including handling complaints when they come to the desk.


  • Troubleshooting emergencies


  • Scheduling your staff rota


  • Liaising with other departments

Education

High School Diploma -

Biju Patnaik University. Odisha
ODISHA
03-2003

Skills

  • Store operations oversight
  • POS systems
  • Sales professional
  • Training and mentoring
  • Budget administration
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Sales coaching
  • Retail inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Vendor management
  • Sales analysis
  • Operations

Languages

  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • English

Timeline

Store Manager

Coffee Cultures Dumas
04.2024 - Current

Store Manager

Livestream
07.2023 - 04.2024

Store Manager

Pizza Culture
04.2022 - 06.2023

Store Manager

Cafe Beats Arena
02.2021 - 03.2022

Store Manager

Coffee Culture
12.2018 - 12.2020

Asistant Manager

The Grand Bansi Hotel
05.2017 - 11.2018

Store Manager

HOTEL LA HERITAGE, SILVASSA ,KHANVEL
04.2013 - 04.2017

Store Mananger

Sugar N Spice
02.2012 - 03.2013

Front Office Manager

Khanvel Resort Silvasa
01.2008 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Biju Patnaik University. Odisha
Pradyumna Kumar Rana