MANJEET SINGH PATEL
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Motivated and results-driven hospitality professional with extensive experience in luxury hotel operations, including pre-opening projects. Skilled in restaurant management, team leadership, guest service excellence, and cost control. Passionate about continuous learning and delivering high standards of service while contributing to organizational growth. Seeking increasingly challenging leadership roles in a dynamic environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Operations Assistant Manager, Restaurant - THE LINK – Aelia
ONE & ONLY ONE ZAABEEL
Dubai, UAE
2023.11 - 2026.04
- Manage daily operations across All Day Dining, Bar, and Deli outlets
- Control inventory, ordering, and supplier coordination
- Lead staff scheduling, training, and performance reviews
- Handle group reservations and ensure seamless service delivery
- Coordinate menu updates with chefs and maintain POS systems (Micros)
- Analyze sales reports to improve performance and revenue
- Drive guest satisfaction through personalized service and efficient complaint resolution
- Manage staff scheduling, training, and performance to maintain high service consistency
- Control inventory, supplier relations, and cost efficiency
- Monitor KPIs, daily sales, and guest feedback to improve performance
The Meydan Hotel, Dubai, Kerzner
Task Force Restaurant Manager – Pre-opening
, Dubai
2025.12 - 2026.02
- Assigned as task force Restaurant Manager for pre-opening support operations
- Supported overall restaurant setup, service standards, and operational readiness
- Assisted in structuring SOPs and service flow for pre-launch activities
- Supervised daily service execution and ensured brand compliance
- Coordinated closely with kitchen and service teams to ensure smooth operations
- Contributed to staff training and operational alignment during launch phase
One & Only One Za’abeel, Dubai
Garden Pool Operations (Pre-Opening Support)
2024.06 - 2024.10
- Supported the opening and setup of Garden Pool operations during hotel pre-opening phase
- Developed and implemented SOPs for poolside service, guest flow, and safety standards
- Assisted in defining operational requirements including OS&E, equipment, and service stations
- Coordinated with F&B, stewarding, and recreation teams for smooth daily operations setup
- Ensured compliance with hygiene, safety, and luxury brand standards
- Contributed to staff training on poolside service etiquette and guest experience standards
- Helped establish service sequence, ordering system, and guest journey design for pool operations
Task Force – Assistant Manager (Bar Operations)
SIRO One Za’abeel – Refuel Bar, Dubai
Dubai
2024.02 - 2024.06
- Assigned as task force support for Refuel Bar operations at SIRO One Za’abeel
- Ensured smooth bar operations and adherence to brand service standards
- Supported team training in beverage service, guest handling, and upselling
- Assisted in inventory control and bar setup readiness
- Maintained high guest engagement and service consistency during operations.
Assistant Outlet Manager Steakhouse & All Day Dining
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL & RESORTS
Seychelles
2022.01 - 2023.10
- Oversee the daily operations of both the Steakhouse and Breakfast venues.
- Ensure adherence to hygiene, health, and safety regulations. Staff Training & Development.
- Train and develop new employees in both restaurants.
- Prepare and conduct employee performance reviews. Inventory & Cost Management.
- Conduct regular inventory of supplies and record data.
- Manage budgets and set sales goals for both venues.
- Analyze purchasing and inventory data to control costs and optimize spending.
- Create staff schedules to ensure smooth operation of both restaurants.
- Advise and supervise staff on proper preparation and service of cocktails and mocktails, maintaining high service standards.
- Utilize menu engineering to optimize profitability of both menus.
- Maintain detailed menu information on the hotel app and website.
- Provide training for staff on various restaurant technology systems (EMC, Micros, Avero, DRR, Madelia).
Food & Beverage Supervisor All Day Dining Restaurant & Lobby Lounge
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL & RESORTS (PRE-OPENING)
Abu Dhabi
2016.08 - 2022.12
Education
BHMCT -
SAMS IHM
Varanasi, India 2009.01 - 2013.01
Diploma - undefined
DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER APPLICATION
Varanasi 2012.01 - 2012.01
WSET Level 1 - undefined
AFRICAN EASTERN
Dubai 2015.01 - 2015.01
Skills
- Restaurant Operations Management
- Staff Training & Development
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Wine & Spirits Knowledge (WSET Level 1)
- Cigar Training
- Guest Relations & Complaint Handling
- Menu Engineering & Optimization
- Micros, EMC, SevenRooms, OpenTable
- Bar Inventory Management
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH, HINDI
REFERENCE
AHMED, ABBAS, FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER, ahmed.abbas@oneandonlyonezaabeel.com, 0551100303, One & Only One Zaabeel
Timeline
The Meydan Hotel, Dubai, Kerzner
Task Force Restaurant Manager – Pre-opening
2025.12 - 2026.02
One & Only One Za’abeel, Dubai
Garden Pool Operations (Pre-Opening Support)
2024.06 - 2024.10
Task Force – Assistant Manager (Bar Operations)
SIRO One Za’abeel – Refuel Bar, Dubai
2024.02 - 2024.06
Operations Assistant Manager, Restaurant - THE LINK – Aelia
ONE & ONLY ONE ZAABEEL
2023.11 - 2026.04
Assistant Outlet Manager Steakhouse & All Day Dining
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL & RESORTS
2022.01 - 2023.10
Food & Beverage Supervisor All Day Dining Restaurant & Lobby Lounge
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL & RESORTS (PRE-OPENING)
2016.08 - 2022.12
WSET Level 1 - undefined
AFRICAN EASTERN
2015.01 - 2015.01
Diploma - undefined
DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER APPLICATION
2012.01 - 2012.01
BHMCT -
SAMS IHM
2009.01 - 2013.01