Mohamed Hidhayath
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Award-winning Food and Beverage Manager recognized by 59 Club UK for excellence in restaurant operations and event planning. Proven track record in managing large-scale events for up to 4,000 attendees, including weddings and corporate functions. Expertise in budget management and time optimization, resulting in significant profit margins. Successfully led operations for HSBC Golf Championship, showcasing strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Yas Links Golf Club
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2010 - 11.2025
- Achieved positive guest experiences through effective communication and service improvements.
- Managed food and beverage operations, ensuring seamless restaurant services.
- Collaborated with management to organise memorable special events for guests.
- Reinforced serving etiquette among staff, ensuring polished presentation.
- Developed and reviewed operational procedures to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Led team to deliver outstanding hospitality operations consistently.
- Coordinated menu planning with culinary team to enhance meal quality.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to oversee food preparation standards.
- Collaborated with management to organise special events, creating memorable experiences for guests.
- Fostered a cooperative working climate whilst promoting high morale amongst staff members.
- Achieved positive guest experiences with effective communication skills.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent service.
Outlet Manager
Al Raha Beach Hotel
Abu Dhabi, UAE
07.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed operations for In-Room Dining, Mini Bar, and Mediterranean fine dining restaurant.
- Collaborated with National Cooperation for Tourism & Hotels to elevate service quality.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Trained new hires, facilitating their smooth integration into the team.
- Maintained current knowledge on product offerings to deliver precise information to customers.
- Oversaw shop floor operations, ensuring high visual merchandising standards.
- Monitored daily sales transactions for accuracy and compliance.
- Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage, and sale of goods.
- Delivered exceptional service standards with rigorous training programmes.
- Formulated marketing and advertising strategies for continuous business growth.
- Maintained detailed and current records of inventory, personnel activities and business finances.
- Directed retail and wholesale operations, scrutinising and improving existing processes to boost efficiency.
- Established clear budgets with sound controls to keep business operating with optimum finances.
- Managed stock within set minimum and maximum levels to serve customers without over-extending finances.
Head Waiter
AL HAMRA GOLF CLUB & RESORTS- RAK Ceramic Properties
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
11.2006 - 07.2008
- Promoted to F&B Outlet Manager, overseeing operations from August 1, 2007.
- Trained new staff to uphold service standards across all team members.
- Oversaw wine selection and pairing, enhancing overall meal enjoyment.
- Coordinated large party reservations to manage high-volume business periods.
- Handled customer complaints with tact, restoring satisfaction through effective resolution.
- Liaised with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely food and beverage delivery.
- Monitored F&B supply levels, preventing service disruptions by reordering low-stock items.
- Enforced compliance with HACCP and Covid-19 protocols to minimise health risks.
Captain
Al Raha Beach Hotel
Abu Dhabi, UAE
10.2003 - 11.2006
- Supervised room service operations, ensuring timely order deliveries.
Trained staff on service standards and menu items to elevate guest experience.
Managed inventory levels to guarantee stock availability for efficient operations.
Food and Beverage Captain
Al Faisaliah Hotel
Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia
05.2000 - 07.2003
- Functioned as Food And Beverage Team Leader in Room Service, Coffee shop and Globe International Fine Dining Restaurant.
Room Service, Coffee Shop, Bar Waiter
Full Moon Beach Resorts
11.1998 - 11.1999
- Worked as Room Service, Coffee Shop, Bar Waiter.
Sales Representative
Vision Wide International (Pvt) Ltd
02.1996 - 11.1996
- Worked as a Sales Representative.
Education
Diploma - International Cookery & Food Beverage Service
Asia Lanka International Hotel school
Colombo, Sri LankaCollege Graduated (G.C.E. O/L) -
Athurugiya Central College
Colombo Skills
- WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, OUTLOOK, JONAS, MICROS
- Time management mastery
- Event planning experience
- Complaint handling expertise
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Budgeting proficiency
- Decision-Making expertise
- Inventory control awareness
- Restaurant operations handling
- Operational agility
- Staff motivation
- Calm under pressure
- Staff training and development
Certification
- Supervisory skills
- Cross Training In the Hot, Cold & Pastry Kitchen
- Managing Self Customer Service Excellence
- First Aid
- Train the Trainer
- No Complains
- Health & Hygiene
- Effective Feedback
- Motivation through Empowerment Training
- Basic Food Hygiene Conducted by RWTUV
- ESFT
- HACCP Internal Auditor Citified by TUV HACCP.
- Fire Fighting
- Lead the team
LANGUAGES
Sinhala, Tamil & English
Fluent
Awards & Recognition
Selected as Best Food and Beverage Manager by 59 club (England), Awarded ‘Star of the Month’, Awarded ‘Distinctive Performer Award’ on the Month, Certificate of Excellence for being selected as the Employee of the month, Selected as Best trainer of Quarter achieving 99% points in Al Raha Beach Hotel, Successfully completed a International Cookery, Food & Beverage courses at Asia International Hotel School in Sri Lanka
RESPONSIBILITIES & MAIN DUTIES
- Oversaw entire operation of food and beverage department, both in kitchens and in restaurants
- Guaranteed all areas were properly staffed for daily, weekend and holiday schedules.
- Confirmed consistent, high-quality service standards were maintained at all times.
- Established training programs that ensured a high-quality guest experience.
- Provided adequate training and tools for employees to effectively perform the necessary job.
- Ensured that all areas were kept clean and in proper condition to provide a safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Maintained proper employee-employer relations, offered recognition, evaluated the performance and administered the disciplinary action.
- Developed new ideas and drink specials to more efficiently sell alcoholic products.
- Demonstrated ability to increase banquet sales and build a rapport with clientele.
- Planning operated major events, Concerts, Movie Nights, Disney world lunched, Weddings/ parties/2022 till 2025 HSBC Golf championship up to 4000 pax
- Disney world launched event 1200 pax on 2025
Affiliations
- Golfing, Cricket, Table tennis, Volley ball, Cycling, Running
Accomplishments
Best Food and Beverage Manger of the year. Awarded by 59 club UK
Timeline
Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
Yas Links Golf Club
01.2010 - 11.2025
Outlet Manager
Al Raha Beach Hotel
07.2008 - 01.2010
Head Waiter
AL HAMRA GOLF CLUB & RESORTS- RAK Ceramic Properties
11.2006 - 07.2008
Captain
Al Raha Beach Hotel
10.2003 - 11.2006
Food and Beverage Captain
Al Faisaliah Hotel
05.2000 - 07.2003
Room Service, Coffee Shop, Bar Waiter
Full Moon Beach Resorts
11.1998 - 11.1999
Sales Representative
Vision Wide International (Pvt) Ltd
02.1996 - 11.1996
Diploma - International Cookery & Food Beverage Service
Asia Lanka International Hotel school
College Graduated (G.C.E. O/L) -
Athurugiya Central College