Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
References
Hobbies and Interests
Personal Stats
It And Social Media Skills
Languages
Hobies
References
Timeline
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Surender Singh

Surender Singh

Summary

Dynamic General Manager with over 14 years of experience in the hotel and hospitality industry, specializing in high-end establishments such as ultra-luxury cruise ships, luxury resorts, nightclubs, and restaurants. Proven track record of enhancing guest satisfaction through superior service standards and operational excellence. Currently leading Aurum Café and Sky Lounge Bar in Mohali, Punjab, with a focus on exceeding customer expectations and driving revenue growth. Skilled in team leadership, strategic planning, and service innovation.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

General Manager

Aurum Café & Sky Lounge Bar
Mohali
04.2024 - Current
  • Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
  • Analyzed market trends to inform business decisions and strategies.
  • Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
  • Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
  • Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
  • Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
  • Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
  • Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

General Manager

Jaguars Cafe & Club
Zirakpur
11.2023 - 02.2024

General Manager (Pre-Opening Team)

The Gala Restro Bar
Rajpura
02.2023 - 11.2023

General Manager

Tamzara Kafe & Club
Chandigarh
01.2022 - 02.2023

Butler (Vip Services)

Celebrity Cruises
01.2018 - 01.2022

Restaurant Operations Manager

Mobe Elante
01.2020 - 05.2020

Butler (Vip Services)

Regent Cruises
01.2016 - 01.2018

Butler (Vip Services)

Silver Seas Cruises
01.2014 - 01.2016

Villa Butler (Vip Services)

Aman Resorts
Rajsthan
01.2010 - 01.2014

Education

One & half year diploma - Food & Beverage service

CIHM & CT
Chandigarh, India
01.2009

12th -

HP School Education Board
Dharamshala, India
01.2006

Skills

  • Excellent managerial and supervision skills, effective communication proficiency
  • Strong guest service skills
  • Leadership
  • Budgeting
  • Menu planning
  • Time management
  • P&L management
  • Staff training
  • Inventory
  • Events management
  • Advertising and marketing
  • Inventory control
  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales analysis

Certification

  • Certified Butler, Royal Indian Butler Academy, Guild of Professional English Butlers
  • Certified Butler, The British Butler Institute, London, UK
  • Restaurant Management Trainings, On board Cruise Ships
  • Diploma in Food & Beverage Service, CIHM & CT Chandigarh, 08/2008 - 06/2009
  • Industrial Training, Hotel Shivalik View, Chandigarh, India, 06/2009
  • Inter Departmental Training, The Aman New Delhi, New Delhi, India
  • STCW Safety Training
  • 12th Grade, HP School Education Board, Dharamshala, India, 06/2006

Awards

  • Received employee of the month many times
  • Received great comments for Butler service in famous websites and magazines (Stylist magazine of UK, TripAdvisor, and Boardingarea.com)
  • Part of the organizational team for the Hollywood celebrity wedding ceremony of Ms. Katy Perry & Mr. Brand Russell at Aman-ikhas
  • Recognized consistently for outstanding customer service

References

Available upon request

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Singing

Personal Stats

Nationality - Indian, 

Languages - Hindi,English, 

D.O.B. - 02/26/89

It And Social Media Skills

  • Meta & Google Ads Expert
  • MS Office Expert

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Hobies

  • Singing
  • Travelling

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Manager

Aurum Café & Sky Lounge Bar
04.2024 - Current

General Manager

Jaguars Cafe & Club
11.2023 - 02.2024

General Manager (Pre-Opening Team)

The Gala Restro Bar
02.2023 - 11.2023

General Manager

Tamzara Kafe & Club
01.2022 - 02.2023

Restaurant Operations Manager

Mobe Elante
01.2020 - 05.2020

Butler (Vip Services)

Celebrity Cruises
01.2018 - 01.2022

Butler (Vip Services)

Regent Cruises
01.2016 - 01.2018

Butler (Vip Services)

Silver Seas Cruises
01.2014 - 01.2016

Villa Butler (Vip Services)

Aman Resorts
01.2010 - 01.2014

One & half year diploma - Food & Beverage service

CIHM & CT

12th -

HP School Education Board
Surender Singh