Hemant Thakur

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Saravanaa Bhavan, excelling in menu innovation and high-volume kitchen management. Proven leader in training teams and maintaining exceptional food safety standards, achieving a top sanitation score. Expertise in Indian cuisine drives creativity and efficiency, ensuring memorable dining experiences for guests.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Able to think out of the box to get things done.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong desire to learn new technologies.

• Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient service, leading a team of 10 employees.
• Managed inventory and supply chain, ensuring timely restocking and minimizing waste through accurate ordering.
• Controlled costs by analyzing financial reports, budgeting, and minimizing labor costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Trained and coached staff, fostering a positive work environment and enhancing team performance.
• Stayed updated with culinary trends and integrated them into menu offerings.
• Ensured all food items meet health, safety, and sanitation standards, following local regulations.
• Conducted regular inspections of food storage, preparation areas, and equipment cleanliness.
• Trained staff on proper hygiene and food handling practices.
• Scheduled staff shifts, balancing labor costs with demand and ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours.
• Oversaw financial transactions, including handling cash flow, preparing bank deposits, and tracking daily sales performance.
• Maintained relationships with suppliers and vendors to negotiate pricing and ensure high-quality product delivery.
• Implemented new menu items in collaboration with chefs and ensured proper menu pricing and profitability analysis.