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RAVINDRA BHANDARI

RAVINDRA BHANDARI

Pithoragarh

Summary

Objective : Perceptive and hospitable Food and Beverage Manager with 11 years of experience creating profitable and inviting dining experiences for valued guests. Business-oriented fine-dining expert with constant focus on emerging trends and customer preferences. Committed to inspired leadership of service-oriented teams that cultivate loyal diners.

Skills : Management Detail Oriented Judgement and Decision Making Active Listener Great Customer Service Great Time Management P&L Management Computers and Electronic Payroll experience Staff Training Policy development Quality Control Sales and Marketing Food Production.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Food and Beverage Manager

The Westin Pushkar Resort and Spa
Ajmer
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Food and Beverage Manger

The Westin Pushkar Resort and Spa
Ajmer
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Created monthly financial reports to analyze sales trends, labor costs and other expenses related to the food and beverage department.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with staff members to discuss performance goals and areas needing improvement.
  • Evaluated customer feedback surveys in order to identify areas of improvement within the dining experience.
  • Monitored employee performance by providing constructive feedback as needed during shift changes or at end of shift reviews.
  • Maximized revenue and profits of hotel food services through customer satisfaction, employee engagement and meticulously clean, sanitary and safe environments.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure best pricing and services.

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts
Kerala
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Handled seven Food and beverage outlets and eight Banqueting spaces on 68 acres in an 188-key hotel
  • In charge of an efficient team of 89 team members, including five restaurant managers
  • Responsible for ordering supplies, supervising staff - providing guest services, cost of sales, P&L: and maintaining food service and safety standards in the kitchen.
  • Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings, and staff events.
  • Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
  • Enacted progressive disciplinary measures for staff, managed work zones, and oversaw basic operating procedures and SOP`s..
  • Responded to customer complaints, addressing concerns and distress with amicable interactions.
  • Managed bar and wait staff and directed the hiring program.
  • Adhered to corporate efficiency and profitability goals for beverage purchasing and distribution.
  • Successfully planned and executed the G-20 event (Women's Empowerment).

Beverage and Restaurant Manager

JW MARRIOTT
CHANDIGARH
08.2021 - 02.2023
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales
  • Developed strategies for improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food storage and preparation.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

JW Marriott
Chandigarh
09.2018 - 06.2020

KEY TASKS HANDLED

  • Operations and Planning, as a pre opening manager.
  • Training team for various audits like-BSA, ISRA, and COYLE, which are very important for the organization
  • Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • We have done multiple events for the branding and stability of the Outlet from day one

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Cleared all audits (BSA, COYLE AUDIT) with exceptional results (all above 95%) in last 1 year and 10 months
  • Nominated and chosen as Manager of the Month for exceptional revenue and GSA scores.
  • Maintained all Guest Voice scores above 83% against the budget of 76% YTD

Supervisor Food & Beverage Service

The Oberoi Hotels and Resorts
Jaipur
01.2016 - 09.2018
  • Had a major contribution in successfully maintaining 94.58% NPS for the financial year 2016–2017.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Successfully completed Executive Development program (EDP) which is conducted by OCLD

Food & Beverage Service Assistant

The Oberoi Hotels and Resorts
07.2013 - 01.2016

Professional Achievements

  • Successfully completed the OCLD supervisory development program (SDP).
  • Certified departmental trainer (CDT) by OCLD.
  • Competed in MONIN Cup 2016 Regional round Delhi, NCR
  • Obtained a 97% LQA score during the audit at Suryamahal Restaurant, which is conducted by LQA.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Administration And Management

IHM

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Budgeting
  • Cost controls
  • Workflow planning
  • Strategic planning
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Operations Oversight

Languages

  • English & Hindi
  • Marital Status : Married

Timeline

Food and Beverage Manager

The Westin Pushkar Resort and Spa
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Food and Beverage Manger

The Westin Pushkar Resort and Spa
10.2023 - 12.2023

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts
02.2023 - 09.2023

Beverage and Restaurant Manager

JW MARRIOTT
08.2021 - 02.2023

Assistant Restaurant Manager

JW Marriott
09.2018 - 06.2020

Supervisor Food & Beverage Service

The Oberoi Hotels and Resorts
01.2016 - 09.2018

Food & Beverage Service Assistant

The Oberoi Hotels and Resorts
07.2013 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Administration And Management

IHM
RAVINDRA BHANDARI