Dynamic professional with over 16 years of experience in the food and QSR industry, specializing in people management, stock audits, and optimizing sales performance. Proven track record of maximizing profits through innovative problem-solving and analytical thinking. Committed to fostering continuous learning and implementing effective strategies in high-pressure environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Café Excellence Manager
abCoffee (Brewbay Innovations Pvt Ltd)
Mumbai
07.2024 - Current
Training completion status in Taqtics, and conducted on-floor training activities, achieving a 90-95% completion rate.
Supported the Operations Team in reducing delivery metrics, achieving a decrease in average delivery time from 10.2 minutes to 7.2 minutes across all stores in Pan India.
Developed and implemented SOPs for controlling the speed of service (Deployment Plan rollout), resulting in a reduction of average order completion time from 8 minutes to 4.3 minutes in Mumbai and Bangalore, and to 5 minutes in Delhi.
Trained Barista team to promote Google Scan Code reviews, enhancing customer engagement and increasing location-specific feedback.
Organized coffee tasting sessions for corporate and retail customers, educating them on coffee sensory, roast profiles, brewing equipment, and food pairing.
Retail Store Manager - Operation
TATA Starbucks Private Limited
12.2019 - 06.2024
Supervised daily operations of the retail store, including staff scheduling, inventory management and customer service.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate promotional activities and events in-store.
Monitored employee performance and provided feedback on a regular basis.
Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
Maintained awareness of market trends in the retail industry, understanding forthcoming customer initiatives and monitoring local competitors.
Achieved EBITDA between 12-15% at Thane THE WALK Store and 14% at Runwal Green Store, Mulund.
Area Manager
Café Coffee Day Global Ltd
09.2015 - 10.2019
Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
Coached Store Managers on developing effective sales strategies and building customer loyalty.
Identified business opportunities by analyzing consumer trends within local markets.