Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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ABINASH ROUT

ABINASH ROUT

MANAGER IN RESTAURANT OPERATIONS
DUBAI

Summary

Detail-oriented and service focused professional with more than 13 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry. Extensive track record of maximizing guest satisfaction and profitability whilst maintaining high standards of food and service. Have an adequate and deep knowledge of the diverse food service styles, and also familiar with different food and beverage cost controls. Proficiency in Sales Negotiation and Forecasting, Revenue Analysis, Strategy and Team Management. Possess keen understanding of all departments functionality of restaurants and hotels. Successful in defining a lasting presence in new markets, identifying new growth opportunities and initiating strong business alliances. Specialized in hiring, training, customer support, work and quality control, front office and administrative operations. Strong knowledge of restaurant operations management and excel at providing excellent food service to the clients as per their requirements. Customer oriented to assess, anticipate and meet multiple guests’ requirements at high quality standards. Adaptability as per the personalities and needs of customers.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certificates
2
2
Languages

Work History

Restaurant Operations Manager

BIKANERVALA RESTAURANTS
DUBAI
10.2019 - Current
  • Prepared restaurant business plan by reviewing demands, analyzing competitors and developing projections for sales and finances.
  • Orchestrated positive customer experiences by overseeing every area of operations.
  • Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Analyzed variances and implemented corrective actions to increase average meal checks and customer visits.
  • Reviewed pricing and ordered food ingredients, kitchen appliances and supplies.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.


Area Manager

Green Chillyz
Bhubaneswar
06.2018 - 10.2019
  • Planned operations to meet established schedules, factoring in order demands and business forecasts.
  • Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
  • Increased overall sales through capitalizing on new potential opportunities .
  • Supervised 6 location managers and managed assets, maintaining contractual, compliance and reporting requirements for all areas and assets.
  • Managed inventory and reduced shrinkage by through detailed monitoring of daily operations and stock.
  • Dedicated to expanding client bases by building lasting relationships.
  • Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
  • Directed workforce planning, customer retention and customer service management for multiple locations.
  • Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
  • Resolved conflicts promptly to promote positive environment for customers.
  • Improved process efficiency by implementing new cart retrieval process and correcting poor work habits.
  • Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.

Store Manager of Operations

YYT FOOD CORP
DUBAI
06.2017 - 05.2018
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Increased sales by 10% with special displays and promotions.
  • Maintained strong knowledge in handling of perishable products in dairy, meat and produce departments.
  • Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platform for all to voice concerns.

STORE MANAGER

JJ CHICKEN
DUBAI
11.2016 - 05.2017
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reviewed and monitored scheduling, purchases and other expenses to maintain quarterly budget.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.

RESTAURANT MANAGER

MCDONALDS INDIA
Banglore
05.2009 - 06.2016
  • Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
  • Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.

Commis Chef

LAHARI RESORT
HYDERABAD
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Rotated food regularly, removing outdated items for proper disposal.

Education

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - COMMERCE

RKDF UNIVERSITY
INDIA
05.2012 - 06.2015

Associate of Applied Science - CRAFTSMANSHIP COURSE iN FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Institute of Hotel Management
BHUBANESWAR
06.2006 - 10.2007

Skills

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Accomplishments

  • Reduced employee turnover by 60% by creating and implementing a no-cost incentive program.
  • Improved online restaurant reviews by successfully handling customer complaints, implementing monthly staff training and refining lunch and dinner menus.
  • Increased sales while reducing food costs by , leading to a net profit in the last two years.

Certification

EFFECTIVE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT INDIA

Timeline

Restaurant Operations Manager

BIKANERVALA RESTAURANTS
10.2019 - Current

Area Manager

Green Chillyz
06.2018 - 10.2019

Store Manager of Operations

YYT FOOD CORP
06.2017 - 05.2018

LEVEL 3 FOOD SAFETY COURSE (PIC) DUBAI

01-2017

STORE MANAGER

JJ CHICKEN
11.2016 - 05.2017

EFFECTIVE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT INDIA

05-2014

SYSTEM MANAGEMENT INDIA 2

05-2013

ADVANCED SHIFT MANAGEMENT ,INDIA 2012

06-2012

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - COMMERCE

RKDF UNIVERSITY
05.2012 - 06.2015
BASIC SHIFT MANAGEMENT
04-2010
FLOOR MANAGEMENT, INDIA
12-2009

RESTAURANT MANAGER

MCDONALDS INDIA
05.2009 - 06.2016

Commis Chef

LAHARI RESORT
01.2007 - 01.2008

Associate of Applied Science - CRAFTSMANSHIP COURSE iN FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Institute of Hotel Management
06.2006 - 10.2007
ABINASH ROUTMANAGER IN RESTAURANT OPERATIONS