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David Singh

David Singh

Tipton,West Midlands

Summary

Dynamic management professional with extensive experience developing and implementing marketing strategies, managing budgets and complying with health and safety regulations. Displays talent for identifying and seizing business opportunities to drive sales.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Publican

Ye Olde Foundry
Dudley, West Midlands
11.2013 - 10.2023
  • Completed and analysed weekly/monthly reports to help understand trade patterns and promote growth.
  • Managed inventory of over £6000 in stock week-to-week.
  • Liaised with local council, police and community members on events and community safety.
  • Created welcoming environment and correct ambiance to generate customer loyalty and maintain highest professional standards.
  • Wrote code of conduct, policies and procedures and COVID-19 risk assessment.
  • Observed strict confidentiality of all spoken and written personal information.
  • Resolved staff and customer complaints, challenges and enquiries.
  • Advised on staff recruitment, providing induction and continuous training of all staff to improve levels of knowledge, confidence and ability.
  • Oversaw maintenance of building, equipment and fixtures to uphold high standards of cleanliness, safety and security.
  • Communicated details of upcoming events, promotions and menu changes with all staff.
  • Checked licenses to be in line with current legislation.
  • Checked invoices against delivery notes and resolved any discrepancies with supplier before releasing for payment.

Kept constant awareness of any changes in food handling standards and other relevant legislation.

Bar Supervisor

Mitchells & Butlers
Pedmore, West Midlands
02.2010 - 11.2013
  • Maintained exceptional customer service at peak times through strategic management of priorities and responsibilities.
  • Ensured presentation of bar and staff met high-quality industry targets and brand values.
  • Prepared mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages within target service timeframes.
  • Maintained a spotlessly clean and tidy bar area in line with health and hygiene regulations.
  • Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
  • Collected cash payments, processing and providing correct change and receipts using Point Of Sale (POS) systems.
  • Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
  • Maintained knowledge of drinks promotions, pricing and menu changes, offering customers up-to-date, reliable advice.
  • Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.
  • Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
  • Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.
  • Retained in-depth bar and menu item knowledge, providing expert recommendations to suit guest taste.

Publican

Punch Taverns
Stourbridge, West Midlands
11.2009 - 02.2010

Temporary position, whilst the premises underwent change of ownership.

All Duties undertaken were as per latest employment.

Publican

Greene King
Birmingham City Centre, West Midlands
02.2005 - 10.2008
  • Completed and submitted monthly reports to business manager.
  • Managed inventory of over £7000 in stock week-to-week.
  • Liaised with local council, police and community members on events and community safety.
  • Created welcoming environment and correct ambiance to generate customer loyalty and maintain highest professional standards.
  • Managed 8+ staff and daily operations for gastro pub.
  • Observed strict confidentiality of all spoken and written personal information.
  • Resolved staff and customer complaints, challenges and enquiries.
  • Prepared and monitored staff rotas to meet business needs, providing adequate cover at all times.
  • Advised on staff recruitment, providing induction and continuous training of all staff to improve levels of knowledge, confidence and ability.
  • Communicated details of upcoming events, promotions and menu changes with all staff.
  • Checked licenses to be in line with current legislation.
  • Checked invoices against delivery notes and resolved any discrepancies with supplier before releasing for payment.
  • Kept constant awareness of any changes in food handling standards and other relevant legislation.

Education

GCSEs -

Ridgewood High School
Stourbridge
09.1994 - 06.1999

Skills

  • Live entertainment booking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Staff supervision
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Hiring and training
  • Produce purchasing
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Cost controls
  • Decision making
  • Recipe development
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • HACCP
  • Inventory control
  • Food safety & hygiene expertise

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Publican

Ye Olde Foundry
11.2013 - 10.2023

Bar Supervisor

Mitchells & Butlers
02.2010 - 11.2013

Publican

Punch Taverns
11.2009 - 02.2010

Publican

Greene King
02.2005 - 10.2008

GCSEs -

Ridgewood High School
09.1994 - 06.1999

Hobbies

  • Musician
  • Table Top RPG's e.g. Dungeons & Dragons
  • 3D Printing
  • LARP
  • Cooking
  • Puzzles

Hobbies

  • Musician
  • Table Top RPG's e.g. Dungeons & Dragons
  • 3D Printing
  • LARP
  • Cooking
  • Puzzles
David Singh