Vithoba Kokitkar
Restaurant Manager
Dombivli
Summary
Seeking a position to utilize my skills and abilities in the Hospitality Industry that offers professional growth while being resourceful, innovative and flexible.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Food & Beverage Associate
TGI FRIDAY
03.2012 - 01.2015
- Contributed to store profitability by minimizing errors in cash handling procedures.
- Participated in staff training sessions to stay current on industry trends and enhance job skills.
- Offered product samples, answered questions and helped customers find items.
- Restocked, organized and ordered products for beverage cart to maintain optimum inventory.
Food & Beverage Team Leader
United Sports Bar & Restaurant
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Conducted hands-on training for equipment, demonstrating proper technique and safety protocols.
- Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
- Created eye-catching visual displays for merchandising purposes, boosting impulse sales of featured products.
- Scheduled and rotated staff for adequate coverage and fair distribution of workload.
Food & beverage Supervisor
Joe's Café Restaurant
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Optimized inventory control with regular audits, reducing waste, and effectively managing stock levels for optimal freshness.
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Managed large-scale events and catering orders, ensuring timely preparation, delivery, and setup to exceed client expectations.
Food & beverage Restaurant Floor Manager
The Atrangi Sky Lounge House
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
Food & beverage Restaurant Assistant Manager
Tunak Tunak Tunn (the Down Town Dhaba)(Mulund)
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
- Greeted customers and provided menus upon arrival to dining room.
- Assisted customers with carry-out service.
- Assisted in the development of new menu items, contributing to increased customer interest and repeat business.
Food & beverage Restaurant Manager
Desi Vibes (Thane)
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by implementing new service standards and staff training programs.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
Restaurant Manager
The Food Studio
01.2024 - Current
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
Education
Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination -
Kelkar Collage, Mumbai University
Secondary School Certificate Examination - undefined
S.V.Joshi High School, Mumbai University
Skills
Comprehensive problem solving abilities, excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to deal with people diplomatically, willingness to learn, team facilitator & hard workerundefined
Areas Of Interest
Food & Beverage Service Operations
Language Ability
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
The Food Studio
01.2024 - Current
Food & beverage Restaurant Manager
Desi Vibes (Thane)
10.2021 - 11.2023
Food & beverage Restaurant Assistant Manager
Tunak Tunak Tunn (the Down Town Dhaba)(Mulund)
10.2019 - 11.2020
Food & beverage Restaurant Floor Manager
The Atrangi Sky Lounge House
08.2019 - 10.2019
Food & beverage Supervisor
Joe's Café Restaurant
05.2016 - 07.2019
Food & Beverage Team Leader
United Sports Bar & Restaurant
02.2015 - 04.2016
Food & Beverage Associate
TGI FRIDAY
03.2012 - 01.2015
Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination -
Kelkar Collage, Mumbai University
Secondary School Certificate Examination - undefined
S.V.Joshi High School, Mumbai University
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