Experienced professional with nearly 30 years in multi-site restaurant/catering operations. Skilled in operations, financial management, preopening, and project management. Proven track record in increasing profit through strategic planning and process improvements. Expertise in recruiting, training, and performance management, fostering a motivational environment. Strong background in overseeing restaurant rollouts in the UAE and driving a culture of accountability. Certified in Dubai Municipality PIC, ISO 22000 Internal Auditor, Advanced HACCP Level 4, and IOSH Managing Safely.
Industry: Restaurant Bars, Cafe and Clubs
Department: Food and Beverage Service
Job Level: Management
Job Role: CEO
Nationality: India
Current City: Dubai
Current Country: United Arab Emirates UAE
Education Level: Graduation
Institution Of Occupational Health & Safety
TSI Quality Services
University Of Michigan
Florida Atlantic University
Chartered Institute Of Environmental Health, UK
2020 - Present (5 Years)
REstoGuru Hospitality Services, United Arab Emirates UAE
With the vast local experience and industry knowledge that I have, I decided to put it out for the larger use in trying to assist multiple businesses who may need the expertise like mine but cannot have someone like me for full time employment due to various constraints. brAchievements and Highlights: br Key advisor with a Licensed Premium Casual Diner restaurant located in an exceptional 5 start Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road br• Assisting in the Marketing plans, Events and improving sales br• Set up of Dark Kitchen Concepts and online delivery networks br• Vendor management and exploring avenues for new revenue centre br Advisor to Chain of Milkshake QSR from India. To plan their foot print in UAE and GCC. Scouting and verifying new locations br Alliance with a Training Institute to offer Professional Food Beverage, Guest Service and Hospitality Short Courses. Ensure better employability of the students br Consulting role for launch and establishment of a Chain of Indian Casual Dining Restaurant in UAE by acquisition of existing restaurants in distress sale br Planning, Project Management and Launch of a new Indian Casual Diner restaurant
2025 - Present (0 Year)
Hozpitality Group, United Arab Emirates UAE
2015 - 2019 (4 Years)
JSB Investments LLC (Dubai), United Arab Emirates UAE
The Yellow Chilli by Celebrity Chef Sanjeev Kapoor is a Premium Casual Diner and QSR serving Indian cuisine from the North-West Frontier Province with exotic picks from the regions of Punjab and the Mughal Era. Being the Master Franchisee of the brand in UAE, target mandate set was to open over 11 restaurants across the country. The Company has acquired the franchisee rights for two more brands namely HongKong by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor and Booster Juice from Canada a concept for Fresh juices and smoothies.
