Sunny Anand
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Results-driven food and beverage manager with over 15 years of experience in high-end hospitality and premium dining operations. Proven leader with a strong track record in driving operational excellence and managing teams of 50 to 75 staff. Expertise in executing strategic initiatives that enhance guest experience, optimize costs, and drive revenue growth.
Overview
1
1
Language
6
6
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Head - Food & Beverage Operation
Dubai Opera by Emaar
Dubai, UAE
2020.11 - Current
- Implemented sales and service strategies during high volume events & shows, increasing average spend per guest, resulting in 5-10% increase in revenue.
- Improved total food & beverage costs by 10% through menu engineering and enhanced inventory management practices.
- Implemented new revenue streams including Champagne Lounge, Jazz Lounge concept, beverage tokens, and after-party experiences, contributing to a 10–15% increase in revenue.
- Achieved budgeted profit through each year despite challenging market conditions.
- Reduced employee turnover from 50% to 25% resulting in a better-trained staff, improved service and implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty.
Operation Manager - Food and Beverage
Dubai Opera by Emaar
Dubai, UAE
2018.10 - 2020.10
Assistant Operation Manager - F&B
The Address Hotel, Boulevard
Dubai, UAE
2016.07 - 2018.09
Food & Beverage Supervisor
The Address Hotel, Downtown
Dubai
2014.11 - 2016.07
Head Bartender
The Address Hotel, Downtown
Dubai, UAE
2013.12 - 2014.10
Senior Bartender
Grosvenor House – Luxury Collection Hotel
Dubai, UAE
2011.10 - 2013.10
F&B Associate -Management Trainee
Marriott Hotel and Resorts
Northamptonshire, UK
2008.04 - 2009.12
Education
WSET LEVEL 1 &2 - Award in Wine & Spirits
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
Dubai 2013.01 - 2015.01
Bachelor of Science(H) - Hotel & Restaurant Management
Oxford Brookes University
UK 2007.01 - 2011.01
Skills
- Budget preparation and cost analysis
- Event planning
- Inventory and procurement management
- Profit and loss management
- Menu development
- Guest service and training
Languages
English
Fluent
Accomplishments
Emaar Excellence Awards-2025
Dubai Opera Employee Awards-2024
Dubai Opera Customer Choice Awards-2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head - Food & Beverage Operation
Dubai Opera by Emaar
2020.11 - Current
Operation Manager - Food and Beverage
Dubai Opera by Emaar
2018.10 - 2020.10
Assistant Operation Manager - F&B
The Address Hotel, Boulevard
2016.07 - 2018.09
Food & Beverage Supervisor
The Address Hotel, Downtown
2014.11 - 2016.07
Head Bartender
The Address Hotel, Downtown
2013.12 - 2014.10
WSET LEVEL 1 &2 - Award in Wine & Spirits
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
2013.01 - 2015.01
Senior Bartender
Grosvenor House – Luxury Collection Hotel
2011.10 - 2013.10
F&B Associate -Management Trainee
Marriott Hotel and Resorts
2008.04 - 2009.12
Bachelor of Science(H) - Hotel & Restaurant Management
Oxford Brookes University
2007.01 - 2011.01