ELTON CHRIST VAS
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced and effective Assistant Restaurant Manager adept in all aspects of successful restaurant management. Passionate about the food service industry, and eager to bring years of experience and growth to another flourishing establishment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR FLOOR MANAGER
DUCK & WAFFLE AND SUSHISAMBA
LONDON
05.2023 - Current
- Delivered quality service by providing warm and welcoming environment.
- Upsold sides and beverages to increase restaurant revenue.
- Covered large parties and events, anticipating planning and staffing needs.
- Pleasantly greeted guests and offered to take drink orders while assisting with menu familiarisation.
ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER
FIRMDALE HOTELS PLC
London
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted Restaurant manager and Head chef in discussing menu psychology and description.
- Helped to train waitstaff and kitchen staff on proper restaurant procedures
- Effectively coordinated daily restaurant management operations, resulting in greater productivity and higher levels of customer satisfaction.
- Stepped up as Restaurant Manager in the absence of Manager with knowledge of doing weekly rotas,cost control and budgeting.
ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER
INDI-GO RESTAURANTS
London
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked closely with the team to ensure all staff are well trained and to make sure all staff are enjoying work.
- Provided optimal assistance to the General Manager and handled a variety of tasks
- Followed recipes closely and served food in accordance with restaurant serving guidelines
- Worked with other restaurant staff to ensure success
- Maintained the highest standards of safety and hygiene throughout the restaurant as per city and restaurant regulations
- Worked to ensure the maintenance of restaurant sanitation and compliance with all safety regulations
- Constantly made an effort to promote the restaurant name and mission in the local community and at related events.
SENIOR HEAD WAITER
POLLEN STREET SOCIAL
London
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Informed customers of new menu offerings and specials
- Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
- Leveraged strong relationships and networks to increase company presence and opportunities
- Brought forth excellent time management and multitasking skills.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE SUPERVISOR
JURYS INN
LONDON
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Placed orders for necessary goods such as food, kitchen tools, and cleaning products
- Documented all concerns and incidents and reported them to a senior supervisor
- Handled food with sanitation and safety in mind
- Handled all food and products in compliance with company safety and sanitary protocols
- Aimed to keep food waste to a minimum by using proper food storage and recycling techniques.
HEAD WAITER
DISNEY CRUISE LINE
Orlando
12.2011 - 11.2018
- Worked to support other restaurant staff to ensure the highest level of service
- Worked as a flexible server during overflow periods
- Maintained the highest standards of safety and hygiene throughout the restaurant as per guidelines and restaurant regulations
- Adhered all health and safety standards to promote wellness and the most enjoyable dining experiences possible.
Education
3 YEAR HOTEL MANAGEMENT AND CATERING TECHNOLOGY -
09.2011
07.2007
05.2005
Skills
- Order delivery practices
- Results-orientated
- Cost-controls
- Recipes and menu planning
- Recruitment
- Leads by example
- Performance improvement
- Staff development
- Service-orientated
- Problem solver
- Customer service
- Employee management
COURSES
WINE PAIRING&TRAINING
COFFEE MAKING BY LAVAZZA
FIRE FIGHTER
FIRST AIDER
CROWD AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT
FIRE MARSHALL
PERSONAL SURVIVAL TECHNIQUES
FOOD ALLERGENS LEVEL 2
HEALTH & SAFETY LEVEL 3
HACCP LEVEL 2
FOOD HYGIENE LEVEL 3
Timeline
SENIOR FLOOR MANAGER - DUCK & WAFFLE AND SUSHISAMBA
05.2023 - Current
ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER - FIRMDALE HOTELS PLC
10.2022 - 03.2023
ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER - INDI-GO RESTAURANTS
09.2021 - 07.2022
SENIOR HEAD WAITER - POLLEN STREET SOCIAL
08.2019 - 09.2021
FOOD AND BEVERAGE SUPERVISOR - JURYS INN
01.2019 - 07.2019
HEAD WAITER - DISNEY CRUISE LINE
12.2011 - 11.2018
INSTITUTE OF FOOD CRAFTS AND CULINARY SCIENCES - 3 YEAR HOTEL MANAGEMENT AND CATERING TECHNOLOGY,
HOLY TRINITY HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL - ,
SEMINARY OF OUR LADY SCHOOL - ,
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