Shuntaro Ahsan
Halifax,NS
Summary
I've been in a management/supervisory position for the past five years; focused on increasing revenues and expanding margins. Adaptive and deadline-oriented, consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Bar Operations
Kyo Bar & Kitchen
Halifax, NS
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Successfully improved sales by analyzing monthly product mix (PMX) to implement new strategies and systems.
- Eliminated unnecessary costs and wasteful expenses by utilizing cost management strategies. (Training my team to fully understand the importance of Mise en Place, Time Management, Inventory Management, and Proper Ordering System.)
- Developed and maintained excellent relationships with our guests and suppliers. We gained regular guests (Who come in at least once every week or two)) by 300% since I started to work.
Manager of Bar Operations/Beverage Director
Grafton Connor Groupe
Halifax, NS
03.2014 - 11.2021
- Maintained exhaustive knowledge of beverage flavour profiles, nutritional information, allergens and alcoholic content.
- Identified areas of opportunity for beverage sales by analyzing guest feedback and product demand metrics.
- Conducted hands-on training on the bar, demonstrating proper technique and safety protocols.
- Drafted beverage purchasing plan, aligning inventory needs with budgetary constraints by applying historical data such as PMX.
- Enacted progressive disciplinary measures for staff, managed work zones and oversaw opening and closing duties.
- Improved average wine and alcohol spend per guest through curation, service training and hands-on hospitality.
Manager of Bar Operations
Sea Smoke
Halifax, NS
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Improved sales and operations performance by identifying and targeting areas needing improvement and implementing new systems to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
- Controlled costs and optimized spending by restructuring budgets for labour, capital assets, inventory management and technology upgrades.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Administrative Business Management
Saint Mary’s University
Halifax, NS05.2022
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Business operations proficiency
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
Reference
Kunal KR - The owner of Le Rouge Bar&Grill, Former Chief Executive Bar Operation at Grafton Connor Group
15 Lakelands Blvd, Halifax, NS B3S 1G4 +1 (902) 237 6911
Ang Li - The owner of Cha Time Franchise in Atlantic Canada, The Owner of Kyo Kitchen & Bar
1715 Barrington St, Halifax, NS B3J 2A4 +1 (902) 999 6489
Timeline
Manager of Bar Operations
Kyo Bar & Kitchen
09.2021 - 11.2022
Manager of Bar Operations
Sea Smoke
03.2019 - 10.2020
Manager of Bar Operations/Beverage Director
Grafton Connor Groupe
03.2014 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Administrative Business Management
Saint Mary’s University
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