Decisive, strategic and performance-driven professional targeting senior level assignments in hospitality operations with an organization of high repute.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
City Head Operations
Dtwelve Spaces Pvt. Ltd. (Stanza Living)
05.2022 - Current
Overseeing the operational performance of the city, managing a team of Cluster Managers and ensuring targets are met
Providing leadership and guidance to a team of approximately 50 staff and generating revenue of INR 7 crore.
Implemented Lean Six Sigma tools to turn around the metrics of the RED FLAGGED MICRO MARKETS.
Developing and implementing strategic plans for all regions, working with the Senior Management team to align business objectives and maximize operational efficiency
Developing and implementing performance management process to monitor and improve operational performance, including KPIs and metrics tracking
Ensuring that the properties maintain high-quality standards and comply with local regulations and industry best practices
Ensuring that best-in-class CX service is being provided addressing all customer complaints and resolving issues in a timely manner
Developing and mentoring Cluster Managers and Resident Managers promoting teamwork and collaboration to achieve business objectives
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Transformation & Engineering to drive business success and support company-wide initiatives
Oversaw over 100 personnel working in multiple areas
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics
Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members
Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
General Manager Operations
Kalash Parbat Cuisines & Banquet Pvt. Ltd.
08.2021 - 05.2022
Spearheading the entire gamut of existing operational restaurants, retention, growth and development within allotted area
Providing leadership and guidance to a team of approximately 400 staff and generating revenue of INR 2.5 crore
Merit of formulating and implementing the strategies for reducing the attrition across Tamilnadu region below 3%
Achieved a reduction in operational cost 2% through a detailed analysis of the functions as well as appropriate deployment of resources as well as strategic moves
Recruiting, training and developing teams for passionately delivering customer service excellence
Maintain updated financial records including stock of food & beverage aligned to the business requirements
Managing all aspects of business while delivering profitable growth, strengthen the portfolio and reputation of organization with opportunity for development and promotion for employees
Directing the conceptualization & implementation of new initiatives in all aspects of the business; preparing annual business plans and budget proposals for partners
Ensuring the strict compliance of Quality Assurance system with follow-up and corrective action
Coordinating with the Business Development team for new business and other corporate engagements
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations
Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty
Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability
Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations
Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Senior Hospitality Manager Operations
Sodexo India Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2017 - 04.2021
Operation SPOC during the mobilization on India’s biggest healthcare under Sodexo (Goa Medical College & Hospital with 1057 beds)
Established strong operational standards for food, housekeeping & soft services in the healthcare sector
Team management of 315 members comprises of admin, food services & housekeeping services and generating revenue of INR 1.75 crore
Improved guest satisfaction scores from 25% to 67% through personable service
Filed incident reports and handled inappropriate behavior to document problems and disturbances
Reduced attrition levels from 12% to 9% during the tenure
Monitored guest services personnel for efficiency and accuracy of response to guest complaints
Motivated and rewarded employees to improve engagement
Enhanced response and resolution systems to meet changing demands
Restructured lines of communication with housekeeping to make sure guests were satisfied with timeliness and quality of housekeeping services
Conducted regular training sessions for staff to keep up to date with customer service practices
Monitored guest feedback, using to improve service and departmental operations
Be proactive in the recovery of overdue, if any, owing from internal and external clients and maintain close relationship with Sodexo Finance team to ensure all suppliers and contractor payments are managed effectively
Manage mentor & maintain a strong working relationship with the Business Development & Operational Teams, offer assistance wherever and whenever required
Audit the HSE score, Action Plan, Golden Rule Tracker, Invoices, CSM, BPR and Resource Planning toll.
Operation Manager
Orange Hotels & Restaurant Pvt. Ltd.
11.2012 - 10.2017
Handling high volume area of 11 food court outlets in 4 different malls & improving all controllable cost
Handled the pre-opening of 10 restaurants in Mumbai & Bangalore
Taking care of renewing of all licenses
Managing & analyzing the P&L of the area, analyzing food and other variable costs
Managing & controlling all variable costs that directly increase the profitability
Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time
Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices
Taking care of the attendance of all outsourced staff and on-roll staff
Taking care of the Housekeeping & Maintenance
Conduct SCM oriented training on a periodic basis also conducting timely staff training for new food items