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Work History
Education
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Vetrivel Sambandham

Vetrivel Sambandham

cuddalore, tamilnadu

Summary

Enthusiastic and results-oriented Catering and Hospitality professional with 18 years of experience in customer service, catering operations, and hospitality management. Proven ability to manage daily operations efficiently, lead and motivate teams, maintain high standards of food quality and service, and maximize customer satisfaction and profitability. Extensive knowledge of hospitality operations, food safety, hygiene standards, inventory management, cost control, and client relationship management. Seeking a challenging managerial position where I can apply my leadership skills, operational expertise, and industry experience to achieve organizational goals and deliver service excellence.

Overview

4
4
Languages
21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER (IN CATERING)

Hands Services Company LLC
Jebel Ali
12.2025 - Current

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Coordinated daily industrial catering operations to ensure smooth workflow, timely meal preparation, and efficient food service delivery.

• Assisted the Operation Manager in planning, organising, and monitoring catering activities in accordance with client requirements and contractual obligations.

• Coordinated with kitchen staff, head waiters, supervisors, storekeepers, drivers, and site management to ensure seamless operations.

• Monitored the preparation and timely distribution of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea services according to approved schedules.

• Prepared daily duty rosters, staff attendance records, work schedules, and manpower allocation plans.

• Monitored food quality, portion control, hygiene, sanitation, and compliance with HACCP and food safety standards.

• Coordinated food purchasing, stock availability, inventory monitoring, and proper storage to minimise wastage.

• Maintained daily operational reports, meal count records, consumption reports, and other project documentation.

• Followed up on client requests, complaints, and operational issues, ensuring timely corrective actions.

• Conducted routine inspections of kitchens, dining halls, food storage areas, and catering equipment to maintain cleanliness and service standards.

• Coordinated staff training, shift arrangements, leave schedules, and break times to maintain operational efficiency.

• Liaised with suppliers and service providers to ensure the timely delivery of food items, materials, and catering supplies.

• Assisted in monitoring food costs, operational expenses, and resource utilisation to support budget control.

• Ensured compliance with company policies, client standards, health and safety requirements, and project procedures.

• Supported the Operation Manager in audits, performance reviews, service improvements, and achieving customer satisfaction targets.

Food Service Supervisor

Saudi Aramco Oil Company under the Contract of (Al-Suwaiket Contracting Company)-KSA
09.2009 - 06.2024
  • Worked under Al-Suwaiket Contracting Company as a Food Service Supervisor in Saudi Aramco Tanajib Project.
  • Implementation of agreed policies
  • Prepare of Duty Roaster and arrange the Transportation schedule for the Employees.
  • Check the Daily activities report
  • Report to the Saudi Aramco Representatives for each function.
  • Issuing memorandum to various departments to ensure proper coordination for party & banquet.
  • Holding regular meeting with all Section Heads to ensure all areas are working effectively and well-coordinated.
  • Saudi Winter celebration (Dessert Camp) for Saudi Aramco VIP's (Executive directors, Managers Family) taking order and delivery on time to the VIP's
  • During Ramadan (one month) organization event and prepare the menu for Ramadan and EID Saudi traditional
  • Randomly monitor the dining hall functions in the Outlet Dining Hall (Tanajib Plant, Marine Dining and Safaniya Dining Hall).
  • Make sure the HACCP system is working in all the area effectively.
  • Monitor the Pack meal section and ensure the Hot Food delivered to the various locations withal food safety
  • Organizing conferences and Service order parties and private parties.
  • Preparing the invoice for the dining operation (Dining & Special event) and get the payment from the proponent (Saudi Aramco) to the Company (Al-Suwaiket)
  • Monthly prepare the revenue and food cost
  • Minimizing wastage to work maximize profit.
  • Working Food Cost.

Banquets Asst. Supervisor

Infosys Technology's Private limited under the Contract of (Sodexho Hospitality Service.) India
Chennai
06.2008 - 07.2009

• Supported banquet operations by coordinating service delivery for corporate functions and guest events.

• Assisted with event management and ensured orders were delivered on time to maintain service standards.

• Worked with team members to support guest service and smooth function execution.

• Helped maintain food safety and hygiene practices during banquet service.

• Coordinated with supervisors to manage service flow and uphold quality standards.

• Contributed to efficient hospitality operations in a high-volume corporate environment.

Steward in Bar & restaurant

Quality inn Sabari
Chennai
11.2006 - 05.2008

• Delivered attentive guest service in bar and restaurant operations.

• Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards across service areas.

• Supported food and beverage service to ensure efficient restaurant operations.

• Assisted the team in providing consistent service and a positive guest experience.

F&B production, Training

Haritagiri ecotel & Ayurvedic Village
Wayanad
05.2006 - 10.2006

• Supported food production activities and learned core kitchen workflow practices.

• Assisted with trainingtasks that strengthened service consistency and team support.

• Gained exposure to hospitality operations and food handling standards.

• Developed practical awareness of food safety and service discipline in a resort environment.

Education

DHOM -

Canan Campus Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
Chennai

Diploma in MS-Office (DMO) -

Highfield Level 3 Award in Food Safety forCatering

Skills

Job Description Key Responsibilities

Coordinated daily industrial catering operations to ensure smooth workflow, timely meal preparation, and efficient food service delivery

Assisted the Operation Manager in planning, organizing, and monitoring catering activities in accordance with client requirements and contractual obligations

Coordinated with kitchen staff, head waiters, supervisors, storekeepers, drivers, and site management to ensure seamless operations

Monitored the preparation and timely distribution of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea services according to approved schedules

Prepared daily duty rosters, staff attendance records, work schedules, and manpower allocation plans

Monitored food quality, portion control, hygiene, sanitation, and compliance with HACCP and food safety standards

Coordinated food purchasing, stock availability, inventory monitoring, and proper storage to minimize wastage

Maintained daily operational reports, meal count records, consumption reports, and other project documentation

Followed up on client requests, complaints, and operational issues, ensuring timely corrective actions

Conducted routine inspections of kitchens, dining halls, food storage areas, and catering equipment to maintain cleanliness and service standards

Coordinated staff training, shift arrangements, leave schedules, and break times to maintain operational efficiency

Liaised with suppliers and service providers to ensure the timely delivery of food items, materials, and catering supplies

Assisted in monitoring food costs, operational expenses, and resource utilization to support budget control

Ensured compliance with company policies, client standards, health and safety requirements, and project procedures

Supported the Operation Manager in audits, performance reviews, service improvements, and achieving customer satisfaction targets

LANGUAGE KNOW:

English-proficiency
Hindi- (Fluent Speaker only)
Tamil- (Native speaker, advance writer)
Arabic & Malayalam- (Basic speaker)

AWARDS

“Appreciation of the year” from Saudi Aramco, KSA (2024)-for SAP FAMILY DAY, Appreciation of the year” from Saudi Aramco, KSA (2017), “Appreciation of the year” from Saudi Aramco, KSA (2016), “Appreciation of the year” from Saudi Aramco, KSA (2015), “Appreciation of the year” from Saudi Aramco, KSA (2013)

Disclaimer

I, Vetrivel do hereby confirm that the information given above is true to the best of my knowledge. Date: Signature Vetrivel. S

Timeline

PROJECT MANAGER (IN CATERING)

Hands Services Company LLC
12.2025 - Current

Food Service Supervisor

Saudi Aramco Oil Company under the Contract of (Al-Suwaiket Contracting Company)-KSA
09.2009 - 06.2024

Banquets Asst. Supervisor

Infosys Technology's Private limited under the Contract of (Sodexho Hospitality Service.) India
06.2008 - 07.2009

Steward in Bar & restaurant

Quality inn Sabari
11.2006 - 05.2008

F&B production, Training

Haritagiri ecotel & Ayurvedic Village
05.2006 - 10.2006

DHOM -

Canan Campus Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology

Diploma in MS-Office (DMO) -

Highfield Level 3 Award in Food Safety forCatering
Vetrivel Sambandham