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Kaveesha Heshani

Kaveesha Heshani

Abu Dhabi

Summary

Results-driven Outlet Manager with strengths in team leadership and operational strategy. Manages daily operations, enhancing staff performance and customer satisfaction. Implements process improvements that reduce costs while increasing sales and profitability.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Outlet Manager

Casa Goa, Hawthorn Hotel
Abu Dhabi
07.2025 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of outlet, overseeing staff performance, inventory levels, and customer service standards.
  • Reviewed and improved operational processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Handled customer complaints, offering resolutions that maintained satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability within the outlet.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and strategies for improvement.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organisation throughout the outlet, adhering to health and safety regulations.

Operations Manager

Barbaar Freestyle Kitchen Bar
Dubai
02.2022 - 06.2025
  • Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Led operations team in daily tasks, optimising workflow and increasing efficiency by 20%.
  • Cultivated work environment focused on personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results.
  • Directed daily operation and flexed with changing demands to consistently meet objectives.

Hostess

Samaan Grand Hotel
Maldives, Maldives
03.2020 - 11.2021
  • Greeted guests upon arrival, providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere to enhance customer experience.
  • Managed reservation system efficiently, accommodating guest requests and maximising dining room occupancy.
  • Handled telephone enquiries professionally, providing accurate information regarding operating hours, services, and booking procedures.
  • Coordinated with kitchen and floor staff to facilitate seamless service and address any guest concerns promptly.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education -

Bachelors
Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Sales strategy
  • Staff performance
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Good communicator

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Intermediate
B1
Sinhala
Proficient
C2

Interests

  • Music
  • Reading
  • Friends

Personal Information

  • Single
  • Budhist

Timeline

Outlet Manager

Casa Goa, Hawthorn Hotel
07.2025 - Current

Operations Manager

Barbaar Freestyle Kitchen Bar
02.2022 - 06.2025

Hostess

Samaan Grand Hotel
03.2020 - 11.2021

Certificate of Higher Education -

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Kaveesha Heshani