Christopher Baker Email & Phone Number

Malé, Maldives

Maldives

General Manager, OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili (August 2023 to Present) OBLU SELECT Lobigili 68 rooms. Improved overall ranking on all social media channels. Ending 2023 Number 1 trip advisor traveler ranked resort in the MaldivesAwards for 2024Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Award: Best of the Best Hotels in the world  1st place as Luxury Hotel - Asia Category 1st place as Luxury Hotel - World Category 1st place as Top Hotel - Asia… Show more General Manager, OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi and OBLU SELECT Lobigili (August 2023 to Present) OBLU SELECT Lobigili 68 rooms. Improved overall ranking on all social media channels. Ending 2023 Number 1 trip advisor traveler ranked resort in the MaldivesAwards for 2024Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Award: Best of the Best Hotels in the world  1st place as Luxury Hotel - Asia Category 1st place as Luxury Hotel - World Category 1st place as Top Hotel - Asia Category 2nd place as Top Hotel - World CategoryIncreased GOP, March 2024 GOP was 53.9% which is 5% above budget and 8% over last year.OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi 268 rooms (106 over water, 66 beach villa and 48 family villas and 48 view villas) Vibrant 4-Star Fully Inclusive. Luxury Life Style Award: Best Luxury Family Resort in Male Maldives Increased social media ranking from 157 to 97 on Trip advisor traveler ranked resorts in Maldives.Over resort GOP increased to 58.3% which is 2.2% nigher then budget and 1.2% higher than last year.Aligned both hotels to their actual positioning statement and created a vibe running from back of house to front.Increased additional revenue for overall hotel by 30% over last year, smart technologies and ample opportunity to reflect and connect.Skills: Change Management · Customer Satisfaction · Executive Management · Teamwork · Negotiation · Customer Experience · Time Management · Human Resources (HR) · Business Development · hospitality management · Team Building · Operations management · Food & Beverage · Front Office · Housekeeping · Public Relations · Recruitment and Trainig · Budgets, Action Plan · Team Leadership · Business and Leisure · Yield management · Fidelio, NewHotel, Micros · Pre opening · Design, preparation and menu edition · Revenue analysis · Hospitality Management · Operations Management · Recruiting · Revenue Analysis · Sales · Yield Management · Show less

Dhaka, Bangladesh

•In charge of total hotel. The hotel has 134 deluxe rooms and suites, Breeze spa, Fit-Centre and 5 Food and Beverage outlets plus banqueting facilities including ballroom and event space and three private meeting rooms.• Whilst still recovery from pandemic have posted positive GOP 51% YTD Nov 56.4%, increased SPA revenue 30% on Pre pandemic revenue. Efficacies across the hotel up by 15%.• GSS score 9.1 YTD increase of 1.7 score from 2020 • Increased F&B revenues in the local market… Show more •In charge of total hotel. The hotel has 134 deluxe rooms and suites, Breeze spa, Fit-Centre and 5 Food and Beverage outlets plus banqueting facilities including ballroom and event space and three private meeting rooms.• Whilst still recovery from pandemic have posted positive GOP 51% YTD Nov 56.4%, increased SPA revenue 30% on Pre pandemic revenue. Efficacies across the hotel up by 15%.• GSS score 9.1 YTD increase of 1.7 score from 2020 • Increased F&B revenues in the local market above pre pandemic revenues in the hotel. All day dining has changed from 65% in house (incl breakfast) to 35% in house and 65% outside business leading to 20% growth on 2019 revenue Show less

Henley In Arden, England, United Kingdom

Lockdown started whilst trying to join my new appointment in Bangladesh and had to wait until the borders to be reopened.

Maldives

CROSSROADS Maldives, the first and largest integrated leisure destination around breath-taking sea-scape of the Kaafu Atoll in Emboodhoo Lagoon, the Republic of Maldives, developed by Singha Estate Public Company Limited. The project spans a 7-km long lagoon and nine islands and will become the largest integrated resort in the Indian Ocean. It will consist of 11,000 square metres of retail space, world-class facilities such as Café del Mar beach club, Hard Rock Cafe, Junior Beach Club and… Show more CROSSROADS Maldives, the first and largest integrated leisure destination around breath-taking sea-scape of the Kaafu Atoll in Emboodhoo Lagoon, the Republic of Maldives, developed by Singha Estate Public Company Limited. The project spans a 7-km long lagoon and nine islands and will become the largest integrated resort in the Indian Ocean. It will consist of 11,000 square metres of retail space, world-class facilities such as Café del Mar beach club, Hard Rock Cafe, Junior Beach Club and Camp, Maldives Discovery Centre and CROSSROADS Event Hall, plus eight resorts including Hard Rock Hotel Maldives and SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, opening in 2019.The Marina @ CROSSROADS Maldives will feature the country’s first luxury yacht marina. The 800-meter lifestyle beach walk with over 50 outlets in a most beautiful design and amazing ambience by a 5-Star and a variety of offers including leisure and entertainment activities, lifestyle food and beverage, fashion and accessories and services. Show less

Jumeirah Vittaveli, Maldives.

2017-18- Opened the first ever ice rink in Maldives resorts - Ice Ice Maybe | opened new luxurious wine library Cuvée | partnered with Sautters to open the exclusive cigars and shisha lounge - Fumée Cigar Lounge | built the underground Whiskey Salon - UnderChic | Upgraded and launched the main bar B4R | - Achieved CSI score of 91.12 and LQA score of 91.75- 16 awards in various categories including WHLA country winner for Luxury Island Resort and continent winner for Luxury Hideaway… Show more 2017-18- Opened the first ever ice rink in Maldives resorts - Ice Ice Maybe | opened new luxurious wine library Cuvée | partnered with Sautters to open the exclusive cigars and shisha lounge - Fumée Cigar Lounge | built the underground Whiskey Salon - UnderChic | Upgraded and launched the main bar B4R | - Achieved CSI score of 91.12 and LQA score of 91.75- 16 awards in various categories including WHLA country winner for Luxury Island Resort and continent winner for Luxury Hideaway Villa (Royal Residence), and several WTA and WLRA awards Show less

Hoi An, Quang Nam, Vietnam

93 rooms and suites in split level design with daybed porchesThe Spa5 dining options Outlet overview Riverside both international and Vietnamese cuisine for lunch and modern styled Vietnamese cuisine for dinner Lanterns buffet restaurant O'Malley's Irish bar and grill with British styled foodReflections pool bar and restaurant with international cuisine In Room Dining

Anantara Dhigu, Anantara Veli And Naladhu

Cluster Director of Food & Beverage / EXCOM Member in charge of culinary as wellConsist of 3 Island Resorts Naladhu, Dhigu and Veli 5* Resorts & SpasNaladhu is a 20 houses exclusive upscale resortDhigu consist of 110 Beach and Over water VillasVeli consist of 67 Over water Villas and pool villasOutlet Overview:- Fushi Café on Dhigu – Buffet restaurant- Sea, Fire, Salt on Dhigu – re-branded and aligned with Anantara concept seafood grill restaurant- Terrazzo on… Show more Cluster Director of Food & Beverage / EXCOM Member in charge of culinary as wellConsist of 3 Island Resorts Naladhu, Dhigu and Veli 5* Resorts & SpasNaladhu is a 20 houses exclusive upscale resortDhigu consist of 110 Beach and Over water VillasVeli consist of 67 Over water Villas and pool villasOutlet Overview:- Fushi Café on Dhigu – Buffet restaurant- Sea, Fire, Salt on Dhigu – re-branded and aligned with Anantara concept seafood grill restaurant- Terrazzo on Dhigu – Italian fine dinning restaurant- Aqua Bar on Dhigu – Pool Bar- In Villa Dinning on Dhigu- Origami on Veli – Modern Japanese restaurant- 73 Degree on Veli – Buffet restaurant- Dhoni Bar on Veli – Pool Bar- In Villa Dinning on Veli- Living room on Naladhu – Exclusive A la carte Restaurant- Annual F&B Turn over US$ 18M- In charge of 92 F&B service staff and 87 Culinary team- Budget preparation and CAPEX Show less

Anantara Dhigu, Anantara Veli And Naladhu

Executive chef for Anantara Dighu, Anantara Veli & Naladhu

Qasr Al Sarab Abu Dhabi

Brought the food back to the standards when the hotel opened. helped to change the department into an award winning team and won the contracts for several major events in the hotel change all menus for all outlets in the property. Also set up the base of the HACCP plan for the hotel.

Amman

alpha flight catering Amman, Jordan.in charge of improving standards, modernising menus, products and hygiene practices

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Emirates hotels and resorts were re branded under Marriott. I had to implement the Marriott brand standards and bring costs in line to the budget. In February I took over the running of the whole F&B department and changed 2 concepts which increased revenue and the popularity of the venues.

pre-opening and opening in charge of the food operation in two Hotels. I had input in the design stages and in the concept working along side the chief engineer, from there I took the idea and made three new concepts for Emirates. I am also involved in the design, planning of concepts and kitchens for seven outlets in the Seychelles project "Cap Ternay".

In charge of the culinary operation for all the F&B outlets, with functions up to 3200xguests. Only after 6 months from my joining date the JW Marriott Mumbai ranked number 1 in India for market share and food and beverage revenue. Ever since I joined the hotel I have worked on modernizing the menus in all the outlets. I have also pushed the boundaries of food presentation in India and lead the market in creativity and authenticity of food that led to (winner of the movers and shakers… Show more In charge of the culinary operation for all the F&B outlets, with functions up to 3200xguests. Only after 6 months from my joining date the JW Marriott Mumbai ranked number 1 in India for market share and food and beverage revenue. Ever since I joined the hotel I have worked on modernizing the menus in all the outlets. I have also pushed the boundaries of food presentation in India and lead the market in creativity and authenticity of food that led to (winner of the movers and shakers award for quality and creativity Asia pacific region). Moreover I have completed two major restaurant refurbishments and re-launched them as market leaders. Introduced six major food promotions across the year bringing in international chefs and entertainment. The JW was classed as the trend setting hotel for the entire country. We have become the home to Bollywood, MTV awards and films launches throughout the year. With the help of my well trained and skilful team, we had the confidence to complete and nail the largest function in Hotel’s history in favour for 3800 guests. Subsequently we boasted 5 awards of India Restaurant Awards 2005. Show less

Executive Chef – 5stars, 293xrooms, 5xF&B outlets, 350 seated ballroom, country wide outside catering, (ranked first in market share 2002). Alongside the daily running of the kitchens, I oversaw the installation and opening of a new main kitchen with commissary for countrywide outside catering. (This included functions for Royalty, catering in the dessert, and 3 day trips covering the entire country). I was also responsible for the largest outside catering event in the country for… Show more Executive Chef – 5stars, 293xrooms, 5xF&B outlets, 350 seated ballroom, country wide outside catering, (ranked first in market share 2002). Alongside the daily running of the kitchens, I oversaw the installation and opening of a new main kitchen with commissary for countrywide outside catering. (This included functions for Royalty, catering in the dessert, and 3 day trips covering the entire country). I was also responsible for the largest outside catering event in the country for 1700xcovers. This role also requires me to be heavily involved in the planning and promotion of many themed events each month starting from the embassies events to major sporting functions.I also assisted in the open of the Jordan valley Marriott Show less

Sous Chef - 5stars deluxe, 344xrooms, 11xF&B outlets, (voted best business hotel in the Middle East 1999).In charge of the production for all F&B outlets and 2xbanqueting halls.My duties included the daily running of the kitchens in the Executive Chef’s absence. Writing and implementation of new menus, promotions and standard operating procedures, including those given from head office. Special interest was given to theme evenings, (e.g. Chaines des Rôttisseurs).

Chef de Cuisine - 5stars deluxe, 600 rooms, 18xF&B outlets, voted best leisure hotel in the world 1998. In charge of banquets and 3 F&B outlets, • Beachcombers 200xseats, a la carte beach restaurant featuring Polynesian and international dishes, three theme nights a week, (international, BBQ, and Caribbean & South Seas), special menus for parties and theme evenings and private functions for up to 400xpeople.• Dhow and Anchor: 80xseats plus 100xseats on the terrace, full… Show more Chef de Cuisine - 5stars deluxe, 600 rooms, 18xF&B outlets, voted best leisure hotel in the world 1998. In charge of banquets and 3 F&B outlets, • Beachcombers 200xseats, a la carte beach restaurant featuring Polynesian and international dishes, three theme nights a week, (international, BBQ, and Caribbean & South Seas), special menus for parties and theme evenings and private functions for up to 400xpeople.• Dhow and Anchor: 80xseats plus 100xseats on the terrace, full traditional a la carte British restaurant and pub, special dishes for national events, such as St. Georges and St. Patrick’s Day etc….• Waterfront: 80xseats, Mediterranean restaurant located in the Sports and Marina pavilion, healthy dishes, special evenings made for health centre members. Show less

Sous-Chef- 5stars deluxe, part of the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Group, 200xrooms, 400xapartments, 7xF&B outlets. In charge of two F&B outlets and catering for the diplomatic quarter.• Windrose: 150xseats, a la carte fine dining restaurant, (voted the best in the Middle East 1996).• Caravan Stop: 86xseats, up to 800xcovers daily, International dishes and buffet.• Diplomatic Quarter Catering: Several functions and parties for Embassies and private houses.

City & Guilds, Culinary, Credit

Activities and Societies: culinary think tanks studied food and science of food

O Level, Mathematics

Activities and Societies: Rugby, Football, cricket and swimming teams