Manish Lakra
South Delhi
Summary
Dynamic and versatile professional with extensive experience in the bar, restaurant, and hospitality industry across diverse global settings. A multicultural background, enriched through education in the USA, UK, and India, has cultivated exceptional interpersonal and adaptability skills. A creative thinker with a passion for storytelling, evidenced by the production and authorship of two short films. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, fostering customer satisfaction, and contributing to innovative projects. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, customer-centric environments while bringing a unique perspective to the table.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Cricketer
State Level Delhi
Delhi, India
Cricketer
School Club
Delhi, India
Cricketer
St Fagans Cricket Club
Cardiff, Wales
Homestay Owner
Self
Mukhteswar, Uttarakhand
01.2018 - Current
- Conducted regular property maintenance, ensured top-notch facilities at all times.
- Coordinated strategies to protect hotel property, staff and guests.
- Maintained excellent supplier relationships, guaranteed uninterrupted service provision.
Restaurant owner
Bonne Bouche (French and Italian Restaurant)
Defence Colony, South Delhi
12.2014 - 07.2018
- Utilised marketing opportunities and platforms to promote restaurant services and dishes.
- Promoted the restaurant on social media platforms for increased visibility and patronage.
- Supervised restaurant operations and enforced food and safety standards.
Managing director
Rara Avis (French Restaurant)
GK 2 M block, South Delhi
02.2012 - 12.2017
- Managed crisis situations with strategic planning.
- Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
- Set strategic plans to govern functioning of [Type] operations.
- Enhanced staff morale with effective communication and engagement strategies.
- Established budgets based on historical, current and forecasted business data.
- Recruited and managed senior staff with focus on delivering clear results.
- Directed administration and optimisation of financial operations, payroll and accounting processes.
- Improved company performance by streamlining operational processes.
- Reviewed reports from subordinate management to identify areas of opportunity.
Education
Film Making - Film Making
New York Film Academy
Los Angeles05.2011
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Administration and Management
Cardiff University
Wales09.2007
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Western International University
Tempe06.2006
Skills
- Technical writing
- Property maintenance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Knowledge of travel industry
- Menu development
- Effective communication
- Budget administration
- Marketing strategies
- Knowledge of drink recipes
- Understanding of cinematography
- Film editing understanding
- Scriptwriting
Languages
Hindi
Native
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Homestay Owner
Self
01.2018 - Current
Restaurant owner
Bonne Bouche (French and Italian Restaurant)
12.2014 - 07.2018
Managing director
Rara Avis (French Restaurant)
02.2012 - 12.2017
Cricketer
State Level Delhi
Film Making - Film Making
New York Film Academy
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Administration and Management
Cardiff University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Western International University
Cricketer
School Club
Cricketer
St Fagans Cricket Club
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