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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Stationed at the lobby lounge Opus at Four Seasons Hotel, Worli to increase wine sales.• Regularly conduct menu revisions based on the current trends of guest preferences.• Educate and guide guests through wine options, explaining flavor profiles, regions, and food pairings in a clear and approachable way.• Conduct regular training sessions for the staff to be able to guide guests for their wine selections in order to promote upselling and suggestive selling.• Be a part of… Show more • Stationed at the lobby lounge Opus at Four Seasons Hotel, Worli to increase wine sales.• Regularly conduct menu revisions based on the current trends of guest preferences.• Educate and guide guests through wine options, explaining flavor profiles, regions, and food pairings in a clear and approachable way.• Conduct regular training sessions for the staff to be able to guide guests for their wine selections in order to promote upselling and suggestive selling.• Be a part of various high profile wine dinners and events hosted by Sonarys as a wine service support. Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Developed and implemented strategies to optimize store layout, resulting in a 10% increase in average transaction value• Managed inventory levels to minimize stock outs and overstock situations, reducing inventory carrying costs by 20%• Overlooked the Wine and Beer program for the store by curating a list of European Wines and Local Craft Beers to be sold in store along with providing customers with accurate information related to them.• Conduct monthly wine tasting events for… Show more • Developed and implemented strategies to optimize store layout, resulting in a 10% increase in average transaction value• Managed inventory levels to minimize stock outs and overstock situations, reducing inventory carrying costs by 20%• Overlooked the Wine and Beer program for the store by curating a list of European Wines and Local Craft Beers to be sold in store along with providing customers with accurate information related to them.• Conduct monthly wine tasting events for customers to showcase new wine varieties available which increased the alcohol sales by 20% Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• In charge of Garde Manger section preparing charcuterie boards, salads and desserts as per the recipes under the guidance of the Executive Chef.• Demonstrated leadership skills by overseeing a team of cooks and ensuring efficient workflow in a high-volume kitchen.• Managed inventory levels and supervised food preparation to minimize waste and maintain cost control.• Maintained a clean and organized work environment while adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Started as a Line Cook in a ghost kitchen concept establishment and was promoted to Kitchen Supervisor by October 2021.• Supervised a team of 7-8 employees and took over the responsibility of scheduling every week and leading the service. • Was responsible for holding weekly trainings on new POS software, Kitchen management systems and matching food quality levels standardized by the establishment.• Displayed proficiency with Microsoft suit including Word, Excel and Teams which… Show more • Started as a Line Cook in a ghost kitchen concept establishment and was promoted to Kitchen Supervisor by October 2021.• Supervised a team of 7-8 employees and took over the responsibility of scheduling every week and leading the service. • Was responsible for holding weekly trainings on new POS software, Kitchen management systems and matching food quality levels standardized by the establishment.• Displayed proficiency with Microsoft suit including Word, Excel and Teams which were used for day-to-day functioning in the kitchen.• Prepare or maintain inventory and production records. Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Learnt about customer satisfaction techniques to help increase sales.• Responsible for closing the store and keeping an account of the day’s sales at the end of the night.• Responsible for training newly employed cashiers.• Provide product samples, coupons, informational brochures and the weekly flyers to persuade people to buy products.• Keep areas neat while working and return items to correct locations following demonstrations.

Waterdown, Ontario, Canada

• Was given the responsibility for preparing and stocking all the sauces, pizza toppings and pizza dough while following proper food safety regulations.• Was given an opportunity to show multitasking skills by working the dish-washing area along with prepping for the evening service shift.• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by… Show more • Was given the responsibility for preparing and stocking all the sauces, pizza toppings and pizza dough while following proper food safety regulations.• Was given an opportunity to show multitasking skills by working the dish-washing area along with prepping for the evening service shift.• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to the standard recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment. Show less

Advanced Wine And Beverage Business Management, Wine And Alcoholic Beverages

Bachelor'S Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, 8.6 Gpa

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Culinary Arts/Chef Training