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Nikhil Hatle

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dynamic and result oriented Area operation manager with over 20 years of experience in the QSR industry, specializing in high -traffic airport locations. Working with Globally famous iconic QSR brands like KFC, McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, The Coffee Club & The Pizza Company. Proven track record of driving operational excellence, enhancing customer satisfaction and achieving financial targets. Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and strategic planning. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Area Operations Manager

Soul Foods Group Canada
11.2023 - Current
    • Oversee operations of 8 KFC & 1 Taco Bell restaurants within assigned territory, ensuring compliance with company & brand standards & policies ( Monthly Revenue CAD $ 945.000/- )
    • Directly managed a staff of 175 – 180 employees including RGMs, ARMs, SMs & Team Members.
    • Implement strategies to drive sales growth & profitability, resulting in a 15% increase in revenue over past 2 quarters
    • Conduct regular site vitis to monitor performance, addressed operational issues and provide guidance to store managers
    • Develop & execute training programs to enhance team performance, leading to a 25% improvement in customer satisfaction scores
    • Analyze financial reports and operational data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
    • Coordinate with marketing and supply chain teams to ensure timely execution of promotions and product launches
    • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, leading to reduce employee turnover by 5%

Brand Training Manager - Wendy's Restaurant

Torba Restaurants INC
07.2020 - 11.2023
    • Develop and execute comprehensive training programs for new and existing employees across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with Wendy's brand standards and operational procedures
    • Oversaw daily operations of 2 wendy's location in Northern Ontario, ensuring adherence to company policies, quality standards, and customer service excellence
    • Implemented operational improvements that increased efficiency and reduced cost, contributing to higher profitability and customer satisfaction
    • Managed staffing, training and development of employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvements & team work
    • Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with health, safety & brand standards

Multi Unit Manager - QSR Restaurants

Minor Food Group
01.2017 - 02.2020

  • Oversaw daily Front of House & Heart of house operations for a USD$ 6.5 million restaurants in Maldives. (4 restaurants of THE COFFEE CLUB and 2 restaurants of THE PIZZA COMPANY)

  • The position support and designs various business operations throughout company and franchise restaurants in Maldives & Seychelles. It also ensures that new initiatives are properly tested prior to implementation and explained it terms that facilitate efficient execution. Responsible for providing excellent service and support to Front Line Employees, Managers, Franchisee, Associates and fellow Team members

  • ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Reports directly to the General Manger of the company.

    • Directly managed a staff of 95 – 110 employees.
    • Directly responsible for creating weekly, monthly, and quarterly budget plans in coordination with corporate standards and expected growth
    • Directly involving for all interviewing, hiring, training, and scheduling of all employees including ongoing coaching via monthly meetings, safety meetings and new menu roll out programs.
    • Responsible for maintaining accurate P&L statements, accurate sales forecasting and reporting to General Manger of the company.
    • Involved in acquisition of new branches.
    • Visiting and developing existing stores.
    • Taking action to address underperforming stores.
    • Oversee each store location and monitor and report on performance.
    • Comprehending, interpreting, and analyzing sales figures.
    • Ensuring presentation and compliance in stores are up to company standards.
    • Arranging and chairing team meetings to discuss strategy.
    • Implement a retail plan for my area in line with company strategy.
    • Having overall responsibility for marketing, media exposure and press releases in my designated area

Restaurant Manager Burger King

Minor Food Group
07.2013 - 06.2016
  • Responsible for managing daily operations of restaurant, including selection, development and performance management of employees, ensuring high level of customer service.

Assistant Restaurant Manager KFC

KFC Holdings India
03.2010 - 08.2012
  • As Assistant Restaurant Manager at KFC, second in command in handling fast-food chain while working together with fast-food chain's General Manager.

Assistant Restaurant Manager - McDonald's

Hardcastel Restaurant Pvt LTD
12.2004 - 04.2009

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Commerce

Madurai Kamraj University
India
02.2004

Skills

  • Multi- Unit Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • P&L Management
  • Sales & Revenue Growth
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Inventory & Supply Chain Management
  • Health & Safety Compliance
  • Marketing & Promotions
  • Employee Training & Development
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Operational Efficiency

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Canada Registered Serve Safe Food Manager Certification
  • Ontario Workers Health & Safety certification part 2 -

General training

  • KFC Basic Restaurant Management Training at Malaysia
  • Pizza Excellence Certification at Thailand
  • Burger King of Excellence Certification at Thailand
  • Barista & Excellent Service Certification at UAE
  • Train the Trainer
  • Management Development Program
  • Classroom Facilitator

Timeline

Area Operations Manager

Soul Foods Group Canada
11.2023 - Current

Brand Training Manager - Wendy's Restaurant

Torba Restaurants INC
07.2020 - 11.2023

Multi Unit Manager - QSR Restaurants

Minor Food Group
01.2017 - 02.2020

Restaurant Manager Burger King

Minor Food Group
07.2013 - 06.2016

Assistant Restaurant Manager KFC

KFC Holdings India
03.2010 - 08.2012

Assistant Restaurant Manager - McDonald's

Hardcastel Restaurant Pvt LTD
12.2004 - 04.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Commerce

Madurai Kamraj University
  • Canada Registered Serve Safe Food Manager Certification
  • Ontario Workers Health & Safety certification part 2 -

General training

  • KFC Basic Restaurant Management Training at Malaysia
  • Pizza Excellence Certification at Thailand
  • Burger King of Excellence Certification at Thailand
  • Barista & Excellent Service Certification at UAE
  • Train the Trainer
  • Management Development Program
  • Classroom Facilitator
Nikhil Hatle