Abu Akhtar
Summary
Results-driven, ambitious and competitive business leader focused on transformative leadership and continuous improvement to drive growth and maximise profits. Tenacious executive ready to take on challenging role, meet goals and surpass expectations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Director of Operations EMEA
The One Group / STK Steakhouse
2023.01 - Current
- Lead the strategy and development for the operations of all units across EMEA region generating sales upwards of £50m.
- Oversee relationship between company and managed & licensed partners and investors.
- Implement process improvements for increased quality, compliance and efficiency.
- Create strategic objectives to guide business decision-making and achieve long-term goals.
- Motivate team members by providing mentoring and development opportunities.
- Implement strategic mission, core values and business objectives across company-wide operations.
- Manage new openings and source new opportunities.
- Manage vendors for product quality control and pricing.
Director of Operations
The One Group / STK Steakhouse
2021.06 - 2023.01
- Analysed financial P&L information and developed strategies that led to sales and profitability increase.
- Served as key corporate representative, liaising with various stakeholders in support of operational excellence.
- Minimised discrepancies by effectively training employees on best practices, policies and procedures.
- Analysed financial data to track and achieve budget targets.
- Developed, recommended and implemented strategies to improve employee work quality and speed.
- Promoted unity among staff members through effective and consistent communication of vision and values.
F&B Director / General Manager
STK Steakhouse
2016.07 - 2021.06
General Manager
Gaucho Group
2014.08 - 2016.07
General Manager
CG Restaurant & Bars
2012.09 - 2014.08
Education
A-Levels - Economics, Accounts, Mass Media
City & Islington College
LondonSkills
- Executive Operations Management
- Financial management
- Revenue growth
- Problem solving
- Strong communication
- Employee training
- Industry partnership development
Timeline
Senior Director of Operations EMEA
The One Group / STK Steakhouse
2023.01 - Current
Director of Operations
The One Group / STK Steakhouse
2021.06 - 2023.01
F&B Director / General Manager
STK Steakhouse
2016.07 - 2021.06
General Manager
Gaucho Group
2014.08 - 2016.07
General Manager
CG Restaurant & Bars
2012.09 - 2014.08
A-Levels - Economics, Accounts, Mass Media
City & Islington College