Sumeet Gupta
Brampton,Canada
Summary
Hospitality professional with international experience in restaurant management, focusing on optimizing daily operations and enhancing guest satisfaction. Proven track record in team leadership, cost control, and compliance with health and safety regulations to drive sustainable business success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant General Manager
Burger King Canada
, Canada
07.2024 - Current
- Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Implement operational procedures to optimize sales and profitability.
- Manage supplier contracts and inventory control.
Area Manager
Burger King India
Hyderabad, India
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Managed multiple restaurant outlets, ensuring operational excellence and profitability.
- Guided Restaurant Managers in cash handling and guest experience.
- Analyzed P&L statements to identify areas for performance improvement.
Area Manager
Paradise Food Courts
Hyderabad, India
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Oversaw financial controls, recruitment, and staff training.
- Ensured consistent product quality and adherence to cooking standards.
- Drove operational excellence through team development.
Area Manager
KFC (Devyani International Group)
Hyderabad, India
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Managed full financial accountability including P&L and cost control.
- Ensured adherence to food safety and operational standards.
- Opened multiple new restaurants, achieving record-breaking sales.
Chef de Partie
The Laughing Gravy
London, UK
12.2011 - 05.2012
- Assisted in menu preparation and ensured food safety compliance.
- Managed a section of the kitchen producing high-quality dishes for a 60-cover restaurant.
Demi Chef de Partie
The Royal Horseguards Hotel (1212 Restaurant)
London, UK
07.2010 - 12.2011
- Prepared menu items for a 120-cover, 2 AA Rosette restaurant.
- Supported menu development and ensured high kitchen standards.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Pizza Hut & KFC India
India
06.2008 - 03.2010
- Supported operations across multiple outlets ensuring efficiency and profitability.
- Managed P&L, inventory, and compliance with health and safety standards.
1st Commis Chef
P&O Cruises (Peninsular & Oriental Steam Navigation Co.)
Southampton, UK
11.2006 - 12.2007
- Prepared and cooked various dishes for onboard dining experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and equipment.
- Assisted senior chefs in menu planning and ingredient sourcing.
Line Cook / Trainer (NSO)
T.G.I. Friday's (Thank Goodness It's Fridays)
New Delhi, India
07.2003 - 10.2006
- Trained staff for new restaurant openings in New Delhi and Mumbai.
- Specialized in American-style casual dining and kitchen operations.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma for Graduate Chefs - Culinary Arts
Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College
UK01.2011
B.A. - International Hospitality Management
Queen Margaret University College
Edinburgh, UK01.2003
Diploma - Hotel & Catering Management
IIHM
Kolkata, India01.2003
Skills
- Multi-unit operations
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Marketing execution
- Budget management
- Food safety compliance
- Customer service
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/30/83
References
- Swaraj Sarkar, CIBC Finance, +1 4372135142
- Santosh Reddy, Burger King (DM), +1 4375566161
Hobbies and Interests
- Experimental Continental Cooking
- Team Training & Mentorship
- New Restaurant Development
Languages
- Hindi
- Bengali
- Sign Language
- English, Fluent
- Hindi, Fluent
- Bengali, Native
- Sign Language, Conversational
Certifications And Awards
- Food Hygiene Certificate, Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, 2010
- Record-Breaking Sales at KFC India, ₹9.84L Single-Day Sale
- Recognized for Inclusive Leadership, Opened 5 Specially Abled KFC Stores
- IELTS, 6.5, 2023, 7, 2012
Timeline
Restaurant General Manager
Burger King Canada
07.2024 - Current
Area Manager
Burger King India
09.2022 - 07.2024
Area Manager
Paradise Food Courts
01.2022 - 09.2022
Area Manager
KFC (Devyani International Group)
01.2016 - 01.2022
Chef de Partie
The Laughing Gravy
12.2011 - 05.2012
Demi Chef de Partie
The Royal Horseguards Hotel (1212 Restaurant)
07.2010 - 12.2011
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Pizza Hut & KFC India
06.2008 - 03.2010
1st Commis Chef
P&O Cruises (Peninsular & Oriental Steam Navigation Co.)
11.2006 - 12.2007
Line Cook / Trainer (NSO)
T.G.I. Friday's (Thank Goodness It's Fridays)
07.2003 - 10.2006
Postgraduate Diploma for Graduate Chefs - Culinary Arts
Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College
B.A. - International Hospitality Management
Queen Margaret University College
Diploma - Hotel & Catering Management
IIHM