Nandika Sandhu
Windsor,ON
Summary
Service-oriented hospitality industry professional, with 5+ months of experience leading restaurant operations, sales and revenue growth. Recognized for enhancing service delivery and controlling costs with employee turnover rates below the industry standard.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Indian47 Restaurant Bar
01.2025 - Current
- . Manage daily restaurant operations, focusing on seamless service delivery and customer satisfaction
- . Analyze operational issues and develop plans of action to improve performance, safety and services.
- . Train staff to deliver high-level customer services, resulting in a 20% increase in sales
- . Optimize inventory by forecasting food, liquor, wine and others beverage consumption to determine ordering requirement.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Security Officer
Alpha Guard Security
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Sales Associate
OM Sidh Jewelers
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Education
High school diploma - Commerce
Career Academy School
04.2023
GED -
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
04-2026
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Recipe development
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Established and maintained anti-hijack and major theft protocol.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Documentation - Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Certification
- Valid First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
- Valid Security Guard License
Timeline
Chef
Indian47 Restaurant Bar
01.2025 - Current
Security Officer
Alpha Guard Security
03.2024 - 12.2024
Sales Associate
OM Sidh Jewelers
12.2022 - 11.2023
GED -
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
High school diploma - Commerce
Career Academy School