Vimal Kumar

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Assistant Director of Food and Beverage @ Southern Sun
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
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About Vimal Kumar

To be an outstanding hospitality professional with the principles of integrity & teamwork combined with motivation, recognition, innovation, continuous growth and improvement. Career record of achieving set goals within parameters of cost, quality, profitability, effective resource utilization and maintaining excellent client service. Strong track record of delivering outstanding sales results and effective massive positive change in a wide range of challenging situations, proven ability creating highly effective marketing campaigns, skilled in recruiting, training, and motivating teams of top-performing experts, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting all deadlines, demonstrated ability troubleshooting business problems and implementing creative, highly effective solutions.Specialist  WSET Level 1 &2 intermediate (Wines & Spirits Trainer ) Micros, Opera,ADACO and Net Vu operations ResPAK Restaurant reservations  HACCP PIC (Personal in-charge) certificate holder Have proficiency in MS Office applications Excellent communication skills in English Recruitment & Training (Starwood Certified recruiter & Trainer) Menu engineering, Costing, Cognitive Pricing Strategy,Branding ,Concept & SOP creating. SWOT analyzing, Social media & Marketing  Revenue plan on- line forecasting and budgeting

Vimal Kumar's Current Company Details
Southern Sun

Southern Sun

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Assistant Director of Food and Beverage
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Website:
southernsun.com
Vimal Kumar Work Experience Details
  • Southern Sun
    Assistant Director Of Food And Beverage
    Southern Sun
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Southern Sun
    Assistant Director Of Food & Beverage
    Southern Sun Apr 2024 - Present
    United Arab Emirates
  • The Royal Golf Club
    Food & Beverage Manager
    The Royal Golf Club Apr 2023 - Nov 2023
    Bahrain
  • Accor Hotel Group,Grand Plaza Movenpick Hotel, Dubai Media City,
    Food & Beverage Operations Manager
    Accor Hotel Group,Grand Plaza Movenpick Hotel, Dubai Media City, Nov 2021 - Mar 2023
    United Arab Emirates
  • Abu Dhabi Golf Club ( F&B I Events)
    Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
    Abu Dhabi Golf Club ( F&B I Events) Jan 2020 - Oct 2021
    Abu Dhabi ,Uae
    Mirroring clubhouse F&B operationsParticipating weekly Marketing meetingResponsible of monthly F&B business review meetingResponsible of F&B contracting and negotiationsCreating multiple activation to support budget shortfallsDeveloping new F&B concepts for award winning Golf CoursePre-opening and setting of operations from ZeroF&B recruitment and associates growthSetting different concept and large-scale events, F&B COS (wastage, invoicing or process challenge, theft or portion control)Finance P&L, forecasting, balance sheet, cash flowEvent Management F&B and Golf EventsMenu designing and implementation
  • Radisson
    Cluster Outlets And M&E Manager
    Radisson Oct 2018 - Dec 2019
    Radisson Blu Hotel,Dubai Media City
     Responsible for the day to day operation of all the four outlets Managing a multi-cultural team with 49 staff members in total 4 outlets Preparation of the monthly forecast achieve yearly target Preparation and presentation of business plan for the new development.  Creation of standardized SOP for the outlets Responsible for creation and implementation of seasonal F&B marketing strategies.  Abreast of local market trends in order to maintain a competitive edge Ensure adequate resource planning on a weekly basis.  Set and review departmental objectives for the team and provide continuous employee feedback through appraisal process and job chats Ensure awareness and compliance with all Health & Safety and HACCP work practices  Ensure support of the organizational core values (Patrons, People, Product and Profit) at all times Effectively manage all employees and constantly strived to achieve and deliver brand product and service delivery standards, whilst achieving budgeted targets and unit objectives Archive the target on high score both Climate Analysis Management Effectiveness Index and food & beverage standards in QPR audit every year. Ensure all aspects of production and presentation of service meet high quality standards expected by customers Responsible for to respond social media guest surveys & reviews
  • Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City
    Cluster Outlets Manager
    Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City Aug 2015 - Sep 2018
    Dubai ,Uae
    Chef’s House Restaurant – All day dining Restaurant 140 Seats, Lobby Lounge & Library lounge, In room dining & Pool Bars. Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City (246 Rooms) Plan monthly training calendar for all the food & Beverage outlets Design monthly Food & Beverage trainings  Conducting monthly staff trainings Create new SOPs for Food & Beverage outlets and implement. Implementations on New Brand Standards all the outlets and train staffs Create Menus and artworks through online Brand artwork tool Deal with beverage suppliers to get support on staff Wine & Spirits trainings Do the internal HACCP check on daily basis work on the critical control points.  Brand Audits corrective action plan
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City
    Restaurant Manager
    Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City Sep 2013 - Jul 2015
    Dubai,Uae
    Chef’s House Restaurant – all day dining 140 Seats & Lobby & Library LoungeRadisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City (246 Rooms) Reporting Directly to the Food &Beverage Operations Manager. Managing three venues including Chef’s House All Day dining Restaurant &Lobby &Library lounge. Development and implementation of HACCP Program. Achieved 91% on Climate Analysis Management Effectiveness Index. Met 94% food and beverage standards in QPR audit 2013. Maintained 2013 revenue targets. Met 2014, Q1&Q2 profit targets by increasing average checks and reducing costs – Wages. Successfully running the different theme nights buffets which generating incremental Revenue. Increased Tripadvisor rank through interaction with guest plus motivate the team Same to give memorable service and “Yes I Can Behaviors” with the entire guest.  Highest no of the guest database collected through public relations and turn the guest Into regulars.
  • St. Regis Hotel
    Restaurant Manager
    St. Regis Hotel Mar 2013 - Aug 2013
    Doha,Qatar
    Vine Restaurant – all day dining 240 seatsSt Regis al Gassar Resort, Doha  Achieved 88% on Star voice Management Effectiveness Index Met 94% food and beverage standards in LRA & LQA audit 2013 Maintained 2012 revenue targets  Met 2013 profit targets by increasing average checks and reducing costs – wages Increased productivity and reduced payroll within 8 months Implemented Saturday Brunch which generated incremental revenue Introduced Power business lunch set menu to attract the corporate guest in the local market Implemented Thursday Coastal Cuisine concept which generated incremental revenue Managed the most revenue generating festive season operations by hotels in Doha Highest no of the guest enrolled to participate SPG corporate loyal guest program Crucial role played to increase guest experience index on-line survey for F&B division Brunch on One Increased the brunch covers from 4000 to 6000 in the year 2013 of Q1 & Q2 Introduced innovative concepts to drive guest loyalty – kids’ corner, face painting etc…  Implemented several cost saving measures to reduce beverage cost / consumption Managed the biggest brunch operations overseeing 380 guests, one seating
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Assistant Restaurant Manager In Opal By Gordon Ramsay At St Regis Doha
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Oct 2012 - Mar 2013
    Doha
    Acting Restaurant Manager (December 2012 — February 2013) Assistant Restaurant Manager (July 2012 — November 2013) Opal & Gordon Ramsay Restaurant – casual & fine dining Modern British Cuisine, 120 seats St Regis Doha  Won “Best European Contemporary Restaurant “from Time out magazine awards 2013 Assisting the F&B Director in the overall operation of Opal by Gordon Ramsay restaurant Managed first a la carte brunch in the city made successful in the local market  Introduced weekend with DJ Chill out Aperitivo nights Introduced Wine buffet to the outlet which was successful( Sommeliers Club) Introduced Burger and Pint nights in weekdays  Worked with Chef’s from around the world, countries such as from Italy, France, USA  Assist the whole team to ensure that the guest service is exceptional
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Acting Assistant Restaurant Manager ( Hunters Room & Grill )The Westin Mina Seyahi Dubai
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Mar 2011 - Jun 2012
    Hunters Room & Grill –Fine Dining, 110 Seats
     Won “Best Steak house Restaurant in Dubai” from Time out magazine awards 2012 Certified Food and Beverage Trainer for Starwood Hotel Assisting the Restaurant manager in the overall operation Assist the guest by suggesting wine pairing with the meal Assist the Restaurant manager in P&L and Budget and targeting the Revenue Initiate a passion in wine in restaurant and have a genuine, infectious personal passion for Wine
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Outlet Supervisor, The Westin Mina Seyahi Dubai
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Mar 2008 - Mar 2011
    Bussola Restaurant – Italian Cuisine Fine Dining, 300 Seats
     Pre — Opening Team Member of the Restaurant Won “ Best Italian Restaurant in Dubai” from Time out magazine awards 2010 &2011 Handled duty Roaster with manning of 41 staff members Assist the managers on controlling the breakages and costing. Overlooking the grooming and hygiene controls in the restaurant. Always helpful, supportive and encouraging team members to keep the team moral high Assist the staff to get all the proper trainings as being the trainer of the Complex
  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
    Bar Captain, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Dubai
    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Sep 2006 - Mar 2008
    Barasti Bar– Casual Dining And Beach Bar
     Trained in budgets and profit and loss statements Won “Best Bar in the Middle East” from Time out magazine awards 2008 Organizing the events for launching & press media  Supervise beach bar section employee.  Creating the innovative cocktails and mocktails Responsible for beverage stock rotating and store inventory Ensuring that health and safety and insurance regulations are followed Check the bar Cleanliness and standards, HACCP Records and make sure get ready for busy Operation

Vimal Kumar Skills

Fine Dining Banquets Food And Beverage Pre Opening Restaurants Hospitality Management Hotel Management Hotels Menu Development Micros Resorts Hospitality Industry Hospitality Yield Management Cuisine Food Catering Wine Restaurant Management Customer Service Front Office Operations Management Event Management Team Building Revenue Analysis Culinary Skills Budgets Rooms Division Training Budgeting Customer Satisfaction Haccp Event Planning Listener Guest Service Menu Design Guest Satisfaction Food Cost Staff Training Cost Control Food Safety Opera Food Service Hiring Recipes Inventory Management Supervisory Skills Scheduling Luxury

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Vimal Kumar works for Southern Sun

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Vimal Kumar's current role is Assistant Director of Food and Beverage.

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Vimal Kumar attended University Of Madras, St Colombas Higher Secondary School.

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Vimal Kumar has skills like Fine Dining, Banquets, Food And Beverage, Pre Opening, Restaurants, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Hotels, Menu Development, Micros, Resorts, Hospitality Industry.

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