Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Accomplishments
Disclaimer
Timeline
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Rupesh Kate

Rupesh Kate

Assistant Banquet Manager
Navi Mumbai

Summary

Accomplished and results-driven Assistant Banquet Manager with over 10 years of progressive experience in the hospitality industry, specializing in the planning, coordination, and execution of high-profile events, including corporate functions, weddings, and large-scale banquets. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, exceed revenue targets, and deliver exceptional guest experiences in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Adept at cross-departmental collaboration, client relations, and operational excellence, with a strong focus on quality, detail, and service standards. Recognized for driving team performance, maximizing event profitability, and consistently ensuring flawless event delivery.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Assistant Banquet Manager

Novotel Mumbai International Airport
01.2024 - Current

Banquet Executive

Novotel Mumbai International Airport
10.2022 - 12.2023

• Strategically manage and oversee operations for two ballrooms and three meeting rooms, delivering seamless and sophisticated event experiences for both corporate and wedding clients.

Successfully led the banquet division in achieving the highest number of confirmed wedding bookings this year, driving consistent growth in monthly event confirmations.

Consistently exceed monthly revenue targets by effectively coordinating large-scale events, and ensuring that all financial goals for the banquet department are achieved.

• Direct and mentor a team of banquet associates, fostering a positive work environment, and promoting staff satisfaction, resulting in improved team performance and retention. Collaborate with clients to design and deliver bespoke event solutions tailored to their unique needs, ensuring exceptional execution of corporate functions, conferences, and weddings.

Oversee all aspects of event management, from pre-planning to post-event analysis, ensuring flawless execution and a memorable experience for all guests.

Drive cross-departmental collaboration with sales, catering, and housekeeping to ensure all logistical requirements are met, maintaining high standards of service excellence.

Banquet Executive

HILTON HOTEL MUMBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
01.2022 - 10.2022

•Manage all banquet and day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest standards.

• Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service.

•Identify customers' needs, and respond proactively to all of their concerns.

•Lead the F&B team by attracting, recruiting, training, and appraising talented personnel, providing two-way communication, and nurturing an ownership environment with an emphasis on motivation and teamwork.

• Comply with all health and safety regulations.

Guest Service Agent

HILTON HOTEL MUMBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
05.2014 - 01.2022

Guest Service Associate

M.C.A CLUB Kandivali
09.2013 - 03.2014

Education

B.S.C. - Hospitality

Ram Raje College Dapoli
01.2012 - 01.2013

12th HSC - Arts

N. K. Varadkar College Dapoli
01.2010 - 01.2011

10th SSC - General

Karanjani High school Dapoli Ratnagiri
01.2008 - 01.2009

Skills

    Staff Supervision & Leadership

    Sales-Oriented Approach Team Collaboration

    Stock & Inventory Management

    Portion & Cost Control

    Departmental Financial Oversight (PNL)

    Customer-Focused Service Excellence

    Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

    Staff Training & Development Hands-On Team Player Conflict Resolution

    IT & Systems Proficiency

    Adherence to Health and Safety Standards

Certification

Basic Certificate course in Computers from MS-CIT

Interests

Playing cricket, Listening music

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Employee of the month June 2021 In Hilton
  • TripAdvisor Rising Star Certified at Hilton Mumbai
  • Awarded Catch me at my best as a star
  • Likes to work in a team & passionate about work
  • Outgoing and friendly.

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information provided above is best to my knowledge and I bear the responsibility for the correctness of the above mentioned particulars Yours Sincerely, Mahesh.V.Jagtap

Timeline

Assistant Banquet Manager

Novotel Mumbai International Airport
01.2024 - Current

Banquet Executive

Novotel Mumbai International Airport
10.2022 - 12.2023

Banquet Executive

HILTON HOTEL MUMBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
01.2022 - 10.2022

Guest Service Agent

HILTON HOTEL MUMBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
05.2014 - 01.2022

Guest Service Associate

M.C.A CLUB Kandivali
09.2013 - 03.2014

B.S.C. - Hospitality

Ram Raje College Dapoli
01.2012 - 01.2013

12th HSC - Arts

N. K. Varadkar College Dapoli
01.2010 - 01.2011

10th SSC - General

Karanjani High school Dapoli Ratnagiri
01.2008 - 01.2009
Rupesh KateAssistant Banquet Manager