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Toorban Ghosh

Toorban Ghosh

Kolkata,West Bengal

Summary

Proven leader in the hospitality industry, adept at strategic planning and business development, with a track record of driving growth and profitability at Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa. Skilled in culinary innovation and cost management, I've successfully led 11 pre-opening projects, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. My approach combines rigorous financial management with a commitment to team mentorship and professional development.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Culinary and Guest Experience

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, Zanzibar
04.2024 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Strategy planning, designing of three new fine dining restaurant within the resort.
  • Work closely with architect, interior designer, vendors and suppliers for the execution of new restaurant.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.


Group General Manager

Food Library By Jit
09.2019 - 03.2024
  • Opened 05 fine dining restaurants in Nairobi, probably one of the best across East Africa.
  • Reduced operational costs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control processes to ensure the highest level of product excellence consistently delivered to customers.
  • Established standardized policies and procedures for increased consistency across departments.
  • Achieved ambitious sales targets by motivating team members, setting clear goals, and monitoring progress regularly.
  • Oversaw risk management practices that minimized potential threats while maximizing opportunities for growth.
  • Spearheaded product innovation initiatives that resulted in new product offerings driving market share expansion.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates by implementing high-quality service standards and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Managed financial performance with accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to maintain strong fiscal health of the organization.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions leveraging prudent financial planning maintaining profitability.
  • Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.


General Manager

Clarks Inn
04.2019 - 09.2019
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.


Food & Beverage Manager

Radisson, Kolkata Ballygunge
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.Maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.

Food & Beverage Manager

Radisson Blu Karjat
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Part of the pre opening team of 106 keys resort.
  • Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste, optimizing stock levels, resolved customer complaints, developed staff training programs, maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.


Head of Operations

Olive Bar & Kitchen
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives to drive business growth.
  • Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and cost-saving strategies.


Food & Beverage Manager

Holiday Inn Amritsar
01.2015 - 08.2016
  • Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.
  • Organized successful special events that contributed to increased sales figures, maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.


Assistant F&B Manager

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida
06.2013 - 01.2015
  • Part of Pre opening Team of 400 keys hotel.
  • Developed new menu items, collaborating closely with the culinary team to ensure high-quality offerings.
  • Maximized table turnover rates through efficient seating arrangements and reservations management systems.


Restaurant Manager

The Park New Delhi
09.2012 - 06.2013
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.

Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.

Restaurant Manager

Shangri-Las Eros New Delhi
04.2011 - 09.2012
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.

Assistant Manager

Radisson Blue Noida
06.2008 - 03.2011
  • Part of pre opening 88 keys hotel.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.


Food & Beverage Executive

Ramada Jaipur
01.2008 - 06.2008
  • Part of 150 keys hotel in the heart of Jaipur.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resources were allocated strategically to maximize profits.
  • Spearheaded trade show initiatives that boosted brand awareness and generated valuable leads.


Food & Beverage Supervisor

The Oberoi Vanyavilas
10.2004 - 12.2007
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing food and beverage orders, ensuring prompt service and accurate delivery.


Education

BBA - Hospitality Administration And Management

Visva Bharati Univercity
Kolkata
04.2004

BBA - Hospitality & Tourism

Institute of Advanced Management
Kolkata
03.2004

High School Diploma -

Elias Mayer
Kolkata
04.2001

High School Diploma -

St. Stephens
Kolkata
04.1999

Skills

  • Pre Opening, has been part of 11 pre opening projects
  • Strategic Planning and Business Development
  • Marketing and Financial Management
  • Profit & Loss, Cost Management
  • Culinary Experience, working on different cuisines with different chefs across the world

Certification

HACCP and ISO22000 Certified Auditor

Timeline

Director of Culinary and Guest Experience

Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, Zanzibar
04.2024 - Current

Group General Manager

Food Library By Jit
09.2019 - 03.2024

General Manager

Clarks Inn
04.2019 - 09.2019

Food & Beverage Manager

Radisson, Kolkata Ballygunge
02.2018 - 03.2019

Food & Beverage Manager

Radisson Blu Karjat
08.2017 - 01.2018

Head of Operations

Olive Bar & Kitchen
02.2017 - 01.2018

Food & Beverage Manager

Holiday Inn Amritsar
01.2015 - 08.2016

Assistant F&B Manager

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida
06.2013 - 01.2015

Restaurant Manager

The Park New Delhi
09.2012 - 06.2013

Restaurant Manager

Shangri-Las Eros New Delhi
04.2011 - 09.2012

Assistant Manager

Radisson Blue Noida
06.2008 - 03.2011

Food & Beverage Executive

Ramada Jaipur
01.2008 - 06.2008

Food & Beverage Supervisor

The Oberoi Vanyavilas
10.2004 - 12.2007

BBA - Hospitality Administration And Management

Visva Bharati Univercity

BBA - Hospitality & Tourism

Institute of Advanced Management

High School Diploma -

Elias Mayer

High School Diploma -

St. Stephens

HACCP and ISO22000 Certified Auditor

Toorban Ghosh