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T.M MINUL SANJANA PERERA

T.M MINUL SANJANA PERERA

Aberdeen,Aberdeen City

Summary

Highly dependable and meticulous Professional with years of experience in various industries. Demonstrate an understanding of the holistic nature of Business in its broadest sense & analyze the context, content, and process of strategic decision-making. Ability to analyze and synthesize business and management issues using a variety of information sources and identify appropriate recommendations. Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills, with a great ability to get along with people from various walks of life. A quick learner who can quickly absorb new situations and communicate clearly and effectively.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Line Chef

Wagamama
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
05.2023 - Current
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Oversaw kitchen operations for in-house dining and, maintaining reliable, quality food service.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
  • Maximized restaurant profitability by successfully managing stations simultaneously.
  • Followed recipes and presentation instructions to accurately prepare and present dishes to specifications, earning positive feedback from restaurant management.
  • Facilitated smooth line operations, replenishing items as per Head Chef requirements to ensure constant product availability.
  • Maintained clean and safe working stations, applying the highest standards of safety and hygiene across all tasks.

Team Member

Premier Inn Hotel
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Kept work areas spotlessly clean for optimal hygiene levels and consistent customer satisfaction.
  • Warmly greeted customers and proactively reduced wait times.
  • Offered exceptional customer service with strong product knowledge.
  • Demonstrated proper food handling and safety standards.
  • Collaborated and offered support with extra tasks to meet team goals.
  • Advised customers on menu queries, recommendations, and dietary and allergy concerns.
  • Handled customer complaints using quick decision-making to resolve issues.
  • Took cash and card payment at checkout, providing correct change and receipts when requested.
  • Received incoming stock shipments, rotated current supplies and placed new items into correct storage locations.
  • Set up cash drawers, verifying adequate change was available for the smooth running of the shift.
  • Took orders at the counter and drive-through with clear communication and professionalism.
  • Greeted incoming customers, offered menu information and documented orders.

Project Coordinator

Canwill Holdings
Colombo
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Enhanced project transparency and accountability with rigorous evaluation and record-keeping.
  • Maintained project schedules by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows to suit.
  • Maximized communication and transparency between client, internal departments, and stakeholders.
  • Directed resources and activities towards achieving client requirements.
  • Analysed data and reports, detecting and correcting deviations from project goals.
  • Collaborated with project teams in gathering user requirements and developing project plans.
  • Communicated project progress and challenges to stakeholders for decision-making purposes.
  • Implemented change control processes, minimising scope creep and cost overruns.
  • Reviewed project documents and highlighted discrepancies and errors for correction.

Marketing Consultant

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SKILLS COUNCIL
Colombo
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Suggested and implemented campaign ideas that boosted social engagement rates.
  • Facilitated strategic decision-making by compiling detailed marketing reports.
  • Led digital marketing campaigns and initiatives, helping the company to boost sales levels.
  • Used research techniques to accurately determine customer needs and preferences.
  • Used a range of platforms to promote the image of the company.
  • Implemented strategies to engage and attract customers, increasing brand engagement and sales.
  • Acquired industry knowledge to support marketing efforts and strategies.

Sales Engineer

DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (PVT) LTD
Colombo
07.2019 - 02.2021
  • Managed all phases of the customer lifecycle from business development, through deal closure and post-implementation account management
  • Delivered monthly revenue through developed sales, relationship-building, and negotiation abilities.
  • Maintained and demonstrated outstanding product knowledge, securing target sales to aid team success in achieving goals.
  • Demand Generation, Pipeline, and opportunity management
  • As a sales specialist develop, qualify, and progress new opportunities through the sales cycle forecast and close deals end to end to meet or exceed quota
  • Built relationships and negotiated with international suppliers to drive company margins.
  • Assisted clients to select products or services best suited to needs.
  • Maintained standard reports to track business (Lost Sales, In-stock% Fill rates, etc.)
  • Handled and coordinated with relevant parties regarding the importation, clearance, and delivery of equipment
  • Created costing sheets to develop competitive pricing strategies
  • Developing relevant business plans and strategies and objectives at targeted levels.

Audit Trainee

VIGANRO ASSOCIATES
Colombo
09.2015 - 02.2016
  • Provided support to the Accounting Department
  • Performed basic office tasks, such as filing, data entry, answering phones, processing the mail, etc
  • Handled communications with clients and vendors via phone, email, and in- person
  • Processed transactions, issuing checks, and updating ledgers, budgets, etc
  • Prepared financial reports
  • Assisted with audits, fact checks, and resolving discrepancies.

Education

Master of Science - Business with Strategic Risk Management

Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen
01.2022 - 06.2023

Postgraduate Diploma - Professional Marketing

Chartered Institute of Marketing
United Kingdom
01.2020 - 12.2020

BSc (Hons) - International Business and Management

Plymouth University
United Kingdom
04.2016 - 06.2019

Skills

  • Solution Selling
  • Sales Operations
  • Account Management
  • Sales Management
  • Forecasting
  • Market Research
  • Pricing Strategy
  • Product Demonstration
  • Supplier Negotiation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Hospitality
  • Teamwork
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Cost Estimating
  • Staff supervision

Affiliations


  • Member of college cricket team (2006/2014)
  • Member of Lankans Club cricket team (2007/2016)
  • Member of the college drama club
  • Member of college Cub scout

Languages

English
Advanced
Sinhalese
Native

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Line Chef

Wagamama
05.2023 - Current

Team Member

Premier Inn Hotel
05.2022 - 05.2023

Master of Science - Business with Strategic Risk Management

Robert Gordon University
01.2022 - 06.2023

Project Coordinator

Canwill Holdings
03.2021 - 12.2021

Marketing Consultant

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SKILLS COUNCIL
03.2021 - 12.2021

Postgraduate Diploma - Professional Marketing

Chartered Institute of Marketing
01.2020 - 12.2020

Sales Engineer

DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (PVT) LTD
07.2019 - 02.2021

BSc (Hons) - International Business and Management

Plymouth University
04.2016 - 06.2019

Audit Trainee

VIGANRO ASSOCIATES
09.2015 - 02.2016
T.M MINUL SANJANA PERERA