Ambarish Vijay
Stouffville
Summary
Knowledgeable food and beverage manager with 3 years' experience hospitality establishments seeking a position in an upscale dining concept. Gifted motivator and leader comfortable with supervising a service team of over 15 employees. Credited with implementing cost-savings measures which led to a 22% reduction in food waste. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment to provide quality service for patrons while effectively mentoring new staff.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Manager
The Wings Hut
07.2022 - Current
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and resolving conflicts effectively.
- Reduced food waste through better inventory management and portion control, leading to increased profitability.
Shift Supervisor
Town Wings
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Oversee administrative tasks, including bookkeeping, training, equipment and food ordering, maintenance and other needs as they arise.
- Maintain communication with the management staff of the hotel and corporate directors.
- Prepare annual and monthly budgets, cost analyses, employee performance reviews and additional quarterly reports.
- Interact daily with hotel and dining guests to promote the brand and accept feedback.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Education
PGDM - Supply Chain Management - Logistics
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON04.2021
PGDM - Project Management
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON08.2020
Bachelor in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Ponjesly College of Engineering
Tamil Nadu, India04.2017
Skills
- Social media and IT
- Food preparation and safety
- Strategic planning
- Business strategy
- Management information systems
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Certifications and Licenses
- Certified Food Handler - (2022)
- Smart Serve - (2022)
Profession Relevant Skills
- Budget preparation and cost analysis
- Event planning, marketing and sales
- Excellent communication skills, including written and public speaking
- Independent leader with strong mentoring, supervisory and motivational abilities
- Keen eye toward concept development and implementation
- Exceptional service-minded people skills
- Proficient in database, word processing and POS software for all areas of hospitality marketing and management
- Adaptability in high-stress environments with the ability to maintain composure and a high level of professionalism
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Food Service Manager
The Wings Hut
07.2022 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Town Wings
05.2021 - 05.2022
PGDM - Supply Chain Management - Logistics
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
PGDM - Project Management
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelor in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Ponjesly College of Engineering
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