Aswin Sudeep

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience managing high-end restaurants, bars, and events. Proven track record in both fine dining and fast-paced casual settings, skilled in creating memorable guest experiences, optimizing operations, and driving revenue growth. Adept at training and leading teams to deliver exceptional service while maintaining efficiency and quality standards.

Expertise in staff development, inventory management, menu creation, and event coordination, with a passion for fostering a collaborative, high-performance work environment.

Restaurant and Bar Manager - Doubletree by Hilton St Annes Manor

(2026-01)

• Managed day-to-day operations of the restaurant, bar, and events ensuring exceptional guest service and smooth service delivery.
• Oversaw staff rotas, recruitment, onboarding, and performance management for food & beverage employees.
• Monitored stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships to minimise waste and control costs.
• Increased beverage and food sales through upselling strategies, promotions, and excellent customer engagement.
• Worked closely with kitchen to deliver conferences, weddings, and private functions successfully.
• Supported achievement of revenue targets while maintaining excellent service quality and operational efficiency.
• Trained staff on Hilton brand standards and customer service expectations.

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Frensham Pond Hotel

(2023-12 - 2025-12)

• Managed bar inventory, including ordering supplies, tracking stock levels, and minimizing waste to ensure efficient operation while staying within budget.
• Oversaw restaurant dining service operations, elevating guest satisfaction scores by 20% through seamless table management, personalized guest interaction, and strict adherence to service standards.
• Strong financial acumen was shown by the efficient management of budgets, cost containment, and revenue stream optimization. Implemented cost-cutting strategies without sacrificing the caliber of the services provided, boosting the bar's total profitability.
• Led, trained, and motivated a team of front-of-house staff, enhancing service consistency and upselling premium wine and menu items, resulting in a 12% increase in average check value.
• Ensured compliance with local liquor laws and health regulations, maintained proper licensing, and implemented safety protocols to provide a safe environment for both staff and guests.
• Designed and curated creative drink menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences, while strategically pricing items to maximize profit margins and appeal to target demographics.

Food and Beverage Supervisor - Holiday Inn Manchester Airport

(2023-01 - 2023-12)

• Facilitated comprehensive training sessions on service standards, product knowledge and safety protocols for 25+ newly hired staff members, resulting in 100% successful hotel opening and making the hotel No.1 Holiday Inn in UK within 2 months.
• Established detailed inventory management system to better control costs while increasing daily production of menu items by 25%.
• Assisted in setting up the new Micros system, finding errors and rectifying, and trained the whole team for a smooth operation.
• Collaborated with the F&B Manager and Head Chef in designing innovative and appealing menus for both the bar and restaurant, incorporating customer feedback, market trends, and cost-effective ingredients to enhance dining experiences.

Food and Beverage Assistant - Hilton Manchester Deansgate

(2021-10 - 2022-12)

• Warmly greeted customers upon arrival, minimizing wait times to improve restaurant experiences.
• Applied extensive menu knowledge to guide customers in product selection and ordering, adeptly meeting their specific individual requirements, especially in cocktails and wine recommendations.
• Contributed to the restaurant team's achievement of a prestigious 2-rosette fine dining award.

Event Supervisor - Nila Events and Caterers

(2018-01 - 2019-11)

• Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and rehearsal and day of event coordination within agreed timeframes.
• Flawlessly planned, designed and executed Weddings, Company Events and other family events of parties of up to 2000 attendees, managing budgets over £40,000.
• Managed event logistics and operations, including support staff, vendor services and volunteers.

Event Associate - Nila Events and Caterers

(2016-09 - 2017-12)

• Performed routine manual tasks in preparation and serving of food and in cleaning and maintaining food service areas.
• Restocked Storage areas, replenishing items on shelf.
• Stored and carefully handled stock to minimize wastage.
• Minimized waiting times, employing multitasking and efficiency to facilitate prompt, effective service delivery.

M.Sc - International Tourism and Hospitality Management - Manchester Metropolitan University (2021-09)

Bachelor's - Business Administration - Bharathiar University (2019-03)