Clive Vedamuthu
Dubai
Summary
Seasoned Food and Beverage Professional with years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry. Demonstrated expertise in managing diverse teams, optimizing operations, and enhancing guest experiences across high-volume restaurants, luxury hotels, and event venues. Proven track record in driving revenue growth, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and implementing innovative service strategies. Adept at fostering strong relationships with vendors and clients, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for excellence. Ready to leverage comprehensive industry knowledge and leadership skills to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
VENUE MANAGER
WANE PALM BEACH RADISSON- SOMIYA GROUP
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the proper, efficient and profitable functioning of the Day to Day operations of Food & Beverage and Pool & Beach Operations
- Responsible for the planning, organizing, directing and coordinating all outlet operations
- Forecast, implement, monitor, control and report on the various outlet budgets and their components (labor costs, food costs, beverage costs, supplies, equipment, etc...) to maximize revenue and minimize expenses while ensuring adequate supplies and staff are on hand to provide top quality customer service
- Monitor and control the maintenance and sanitation of the various outlet areas and equipment to protect the assets, comply with regulations and ensure quality service
- Ensure strict compliance with all relevant Hygiene and Safety legislation and requirements
- Constantly review the product range to ensure that all key quality standards are maintained
- The Food & Beverage Department/Pool & Beach Departments have a wide number of external contractors and the F&B Operations Manager will maintain close, professional, effective contacts with all
- They will ensure that suppliers deliver to stated agreements, best practices are followed and technological advances are sought
- Work closely with the leadership team to ensure correct stock levels are available from the Purchasing Department to assist the operational Food and Beverage and Pool & Beach teams
- Create, recommend and implement promotions, displays, buffet presentations and ideas to capture more in house guests and a larger share of the local market
- Respond to customer trends, needs, issues, comments and problems to ensure a quality experience and enhance future sales prospects
- Ensure that hotel standards, policies and rules are properly understood and followed throughout
- Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned
- The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist operations and to perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Opening and closing the restaurant
- Appointing, inducting, and mentoring new staff members
- Scheduling shifts and assigning tables to waitstaff
- Resolving customers' questions and grievances in a professional manner
- Conducting payroll activities in an accurate, timely manner
- Ensuring that the restaurant adheres to pertinent health and safety regulations
- Purchasing new ingredients, kitchen utensils, and equipment as stock is damaged or depleted
- Sourcing better deals on all resources and equipment that warrant replacing or replenishing
- Recording all income and expenses and ensuring that cash registers are balanced.
ASSISTANT OUTLET MANAGER
WANE BY SOMIYA, DUBAI MARINA
12.2020 - 11.2022
- Attracted and retained top-quality staff by conducting effective job interviews, conducting performance evaluations, giving constructive feedback suggesting improvements as needed, and rewarding top sales performers
- Enhanced sales by implementing merchandise and promotional changes
- Conducted accurate count of stock-on-hand and reconciled discrepancies to maintain inventory
- Identified and found solutions for complex strategy issues and provided support to sales management to promote business development
- Assessed sales performance and sales reports to make recommendations to improve inventory accuracy.
ASSISTANT BEACH MANAGER
Sofitel The Palm Jumeriah Hotel, UAE
02.2017 - 12.2020
- Implemented solutions to staff and production problems while maintaining set schedules and keeping resource waste at a minimum
- Collaborated with all departments to increase efficiency of daily productions for outgoing shipments and the handling of incoming products
- Examined supplies received to authenticate that shipment conformed to the specifications and quality stipulated in the purchase order
- Resolved product and equipment issues and improved quality of manufactured items by systematically monitoring processes
- Effectively managed staff, allocated tasks, arranged for necessary materials, and surpassed company production goals
- With input from staff, implemented changes to modernize and simplify procedures to increase profitability and increase customer satisfaction
- Assist waiters with the food and beverage service whenever necessary
- Extensive knowledge of food and beverage in order to service and upsell our products, including wines, liquors.
Team Leader
Fairmont The Palm
10.2012 - 10.2013
Team Leader
Sofitel Mumbai BKC
10.2011 - 09.2012
Waiter
Costa Crociere
05.2010 - 08.2011
Waiter
JW Marriott
10.2007 - 03.2010
Education
Diploma in Hotel and Management -
Hospitality Training Institute
01.2007
Skills
- Over 17 years of experience in hospitality industry
- Strong background in food and beverage service
- Knowledgeable in operating MICROS system
- Proficient in handling systems such as OASYS, ADACO and HotSOS
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to new environments, challenges, and increasing levels of responsibility
- Professional communication skills include fluency in English
- Computer skills include: MS Office, Outlook, and Internet
References
UPON REQUEST
Timeline
VENUE MANAGER
WANE PALM BEACH RADISSON- SOMIYA GROUP
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
11.2022 - 05.2023
ASSISTANT OUTLET MANAGER
WANE BY SOMIYA, DUBAI MARINA
12.2020 - 11.2022
ASSISTANT BEACH MANAGER
Sofitel The Palm Jumeriah Hotel, UAE
02.2017 - 12.2020
Team Leader
Fairmont The Palm
10.2012 - 10.2013
Team Leader
Sofitel Mumbai BKC
10.2011 - 09.2012
Waiter
Costa Crociere
05.2010 - 08.2011
Waiter
JW Marriott
10.2007 - 03.2010
Diploma in Hotel and Management -
Hospitality Training Institute
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