Pradeep Solunke

Dynamic and result-driven Restaurant Manager with extensive experience in hospitality and food & beverage operations. Skilled in team leadership, cost control, customer service excellence, event coordination, and revenue growth. Strong ability to manage high-volume service environments while maintaining premium service standards and operational efficiency.

Restaurant Manager - The Poona Club Ltd. - Pune

(2024-05)

• Managing complete restaurant and banquet operations including daily service, private events, and member dining.
• Leading a team of service staff, captains, and stewards; handling recruitment, training, and performance reviews.
• Monitoring food cost, beverage cost, inventory control, and vendor coordination.
• Ensuring compliance with hygiene, safety, and quality standards.
• Handling guest complaints professionally and maintaining high member satisfaction.
• Coordinating with kitchen and management for menu planning and promotional activities.

Restaurant Manager - Kitchen Age

• Supervised day-to-day restaurant operations ensuring smooth workflow and service quality.
• Managed billing systems, cash handling, and daily sales reporting.
• Maintained stock levels and coordinated with suppliers.
• Improved customer satisfaction through staff training and service improvements.

Restaurant Manager - Hotel Supreme Heritage

• Responsible for outlet performance, guest service standards, and revenue targets.
• Organized corporate events and group bookings.
• Controlled operational costs and minimized wastage.
• Maintained coordination between kitchen and service departments.

Outlet In-Charge - Hotel Mapple

• Managed complete outlet operations including staff scheduling and table management.
• Supervised inventory, ordering, and stock audits.
• Ensured guest satisfaction through personalized service and quick issue resolution.

Senior Captain - Skye Resto Lounge

2 Years

• Supervised floor operations during peak hours.
• Trained junior staff and maintained service discipline.
• Assisted management in daily revenue reporting and guest relations.

Steward - Hotel VITS

1 Year

• Provided professional table service and maintained service etiquette standards.
• Assisted in banquet setups and large-scale events.
• Ensured cleanliness and guest comfort throughout service hours.

Industrial Training - VITS Hotel, Pune - Pune

6 Months

• Completed structured training in Food & Beverage Service department.
• Gained practical exposure in fine dining, banquet operations, and guest handling.

Bachelor - Hotel Management, Travel & Tourism - I.S.M, Latur University

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - Maharashtra Board

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Maharashtra Board