Ricardo D.

Ricardo D. Email and Phone Number

General Manager at Whitbread @ Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
morriston, swansea, united kingdom
Ricardo D.'s Location
Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
About Ricardo D.

An exceptionally organised and highly efficient individual, able to work on own initiative and undertake challenging tasks. Revels in a ‘team’ environment. Excellent organisational skills with a natural ability to communicate effectively at all levels. As a manager thrives in a fast moving and demanding environment and takes pleasure in managing teams to exceed targets and deliver consistent results

Ricardo D.'s Current Company Details
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)

Driver And Vehicle Licensing Agency (Dvla)

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General Manager at Whitbread
morriston, swansea, united kingdom
Employees:
955
Ricardo D. Work Experience Details
  • Driver And Vehicle Licensing Agency (Dvla)
    Administrative Officer
    Driver And Vehicle Licensing Agency (Dvla) Feb 2024 - Present
    Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom
  • Visitjourneys.Com Limited
    Hostel Manager
    Visitjourneys.Com Limited Dec 2011 - Present
    Brighton, United Kingdom
    Hostel Manager – Journeys Hostels Dec 2011 –PresentThis property consists of 102 beds, restaurant and bar. Catering to backpackers, foreign students, short and long term guests that work in the local area, stag and hen groups over the weekend. Revenue through bed sales are mainly generated through major extranet booking companies such as Booking.com, HostelWorld.com and HostelBookers.co.uk along with a few other booking agents and is powered by Alixon IT Solution Gmbh who are the backbone… Show more Hostel Manager – Journeys Hostels Dec 2011 –PresentThis property consists of 102 beds, restaurant and bar. Catering to backpackers, foreign students, short and long term guests that work in the local area, stag and hen groups over the weekend. Revenue through bed sales are mainly generated through major extranet booking companies such as Booking.com, HostelWorld.com and HostelBookers.co.uk along with a few other booking agents and is powered by Alixon IT Solution Gmbh who are the backbone to the booking system Dorm Book which the hostel operates with.Responsibilities : • Staff training and Management• Sales And Marketing• Human Resources• Reception and Customer Service• Public Relations • Purchasing • Maintenance• Health and Safety (risk assessments)• Basis accounts and budgets• Entertainment activities• Quality control audits (Brand Standards) Show less
  • Whitbread
    General Manager
    Whitbread Oct 2018 - Nov 2024
    Kenton
  • La Tasca
    Manager
    La Tasca Mar 2011 - Sep 2011
    Windsor
    Ricardo De Kauwe, General Manager at La Tasca Windsor commented:“We want to reward our fellow local businesses by visiting them with the full La Tasca tapas experience. It’s important to us that our local businesses in Windsor know that they’re always welcome to visit La Tasca for meetings from breakfast to dinner time”“Breakfasts are the latest addition to the menu which means that not only Windsor’s commuters can stop off for a unique breakfast on the way to work, but they… Show more Ricardo De Kauwe, General Manager at La Tasca Windsor commented:“We want to reward our fellow local businesses by visiting them with the full La Tasca tapas experience. It’s important to us that our local businesses in Windsor know that they’re always welcome to visit La Tasca for meetings from breakfast to dinner time”“Breakfasts are the latest addition to the menu which means that not only Windsor’s commuters can stop off for a unique breakfast on the way to work, but they can also hold breakfast meetings in comfortable surroundings away from the grind of the office.”http://www.digitalnewsroom.co.uk/latasca/5pm-heroes/ Show less
  • Tragus Group
    Bella Italia - Manager
    Tragus Group Aug 2010 - Mar 2011
    Reading, United Kingdom
    A prime location site set in the heart of Reading City Centre. As General Manager I am responsible for delivering the set targets and ensuring the business delivers on all P&L lines. Responsible for a team of 10 team members and full management team. Responsibilities: • Being the face of the business.• Delivering the sales targets and a well controlled P&L• Ensuring the team deliver the Brand Standards• Liaising with other restaurants to deliver the promotional… Show more A prime location site set in the heart of Reading City Centre. As General Manager I am responsible for delivering the set targets and ensuring the business delivers on all P&L lines. Responsible for a team of 10 team members and full management team. Responsibilities: • Being the face of the business.• Delivering the sales targets and a well controlled P&L• Ensuring the team deliver the Brand Standards• Liaising with other restaurants to deliver the promotional activity within the area• All aspects of full internal stock taking and financial control• Full control of budgeting on sales and forecasts• Ensuring all wage targets are delivered• Managed various teams (front house, bar, kitchen etc.).• Implementing regular menu changes to Brand Standards• Maintaining less complaints and High Complements ratio Show less
  • Tragus Group
    Tic Manager - Bella Italia
    Tragus Group Jul 2007 - Jul 2009
    Leeds, United Kingdom.
    I joined Bella Italia as an Asst. Manager and was based in Bristol until I was ready to take up the following positions in Leeds Brigade and then In Hatfield Hertfordshire as TIC.At Bella Italia I was Temporary IN Charge at both of these Restaurants and ensuring that both these restaurants perform well on the monthly P&L, until a suitable Store Manager was appointed.Responsibilities: • Being the face of the business.• Delivering store targets • Menu training and… Show more I joined Bella Italia as an Asst. Manager and was based in Bristol until I was ready to take up the following positions in Leeds Brigade and then In Hatfield Hertfordshire as TIC.At Bella Italia I was Temporary IN Charge at both of these Restaurants and ensuring that both these restaurants perform well on the monthly P&L, until a suitable Store Manager was appointed.Responsibilities: • Being the face of the business.• Delivering store targets • Menu training and delivering the menu to brand standards• Liaising with centre management • Achieving Runner Up for Striving for Excellence Award at the Galleria Shopping Centre• P&L management and budget control• Achieving Best score on mystery shopper Show less

Ricardo D. Education Details

  • Royal Institute, Colombo Sri Lanka
    Royal Institute, Colombo Sri Lanka
  • Central College, Pamunugama Sri Lanka
    Central College, Pamunugama Sri Lanka

Frequently Asked Questions about Ricardo D.

What company does Ricardo D. work for?

Ricardo D. works for Driver And Vehicle Licensing Agency (Dvla)

What is Ricardo D.'s role at the current company?

Ricardo D.'s current role is General Manager at Whitbread.

What schools did Ricardo D. attend?

Ricardo D. attended Royal Institute, Colombo Sri Lanka, Central College, Pamunugama Sri Lanka.

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