Pasan Thenuka Perera Bethmage
Summary
Seasoned Food and Beverage Manager and talented leader with over 10 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Strong expertise and knowledge of beer, fine wines and spirits. Built career improving restaurant standards in providing quality food and beverage services. Highly skilled in managing employees through hiring, training and scheduling areas. Successful at reducing costs, increasing productivity and maximizing customer satisfaction. Exceptional leader with strong communication and conflict resolution abilities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Food and Beverage Manager
The Sebel Yarrawonga - Accor Hotels
06.2023 - Current
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels.
- Streamlined operations through regular review of processes and implementation of best practices.
- Implemented cost-saving measures in purchasing, resulting in significant budgetary improvements.
- Increased overall revenue with strategic pricing adjustments and targeted marketing campaigns.
Food & Beverage Manager
Accor Apartments And Realty - VQH
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Food & Beverages Duty Manager
Peppers Hotel Marysville – Accor Hotels
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
- Managed over 40 staff rosters and accurate records of all absences, truancy issues and disciplinary actions.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
Food Service Manager
Regis Aged Care
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Delivered in-depth training to 20 employees in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Kept resident and work areas clean, organized and sanitized per established standards.
Food & Beverages Supervisor
Epicure Melbourne Townhall
11.2018 - 07.2021
- Managed functions and events of 700 plus people and over 65 staff.
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
- Monitored function supplies by checking inventory and placing orders.
- Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
- Inspected equipment, refrigerators and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels
Function’s Supervisor
Epicure MCG & The Centre Ivanhoe
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed over 30 staff serving over 400 guests.
Food & Beverages Assistant Manager
Earl’s Regency Hotel
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
- Monitored office supplies by checking inventory and placing orders.
- Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification.
- Promoted local entertainment and sporting events and offered details to assist patrons.
Bar Supervisor
Earl’s Regent Hotel
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Completed bar opening and closing procedures.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
- Handled cash accurately and prepared nightly deposits.
- Purchased supplies according to expected demand.
Food & Beverages Assistant
Earl’s Regent Hotel
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations and corporate guidelines.
- Prepared orders on trays for dine-in orders or in bags for takeout orders.
- Supported restaurant closing, restocking items and reporting shortages.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Holmes Institute
Melbourne08.2020
Master of Professional Accounting -
Holmes Institute
Melbourne, VIC08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Northumbria University
United Kingdom11.2017
Skills
- Timesheet Organization
- Payroll Preparation
- Banquet Coordination
- Service Training
- Safe Food Handling Practices
- Orientation and Onboarding
- Food and Beverage Service
- Duty Delegation
- Guest Satisfaction
- Financial Management
- HACCP Certified
- Menu Pricing and Writing
- Labor and Overhead Cost Estimation
- Guest Relations
- Food and Beverage Management
- Restaurant Operation
- Inventory Management
Accomplishments
- Director at the Rotaract Club of Kandy, Sri Lanka for 5 years
- Member of the Sri Lanka Model United Nations Conference
- Presidential Recognition Award – Awarded by the Rotaract Club of Kandy for 3 consecutive years
- The only Rotaractor to represent Sri Lanka at the Rotary International Convention 2015 held in Sao Paulo - Brazil
Reference 1
Sam De Silva
Venue Manager - Peter Rowland
The Centre Ivanhoe
Email: sam.desilva@peterrowland.com.au
Phone: +61 415 552455
Reference 2
Mike Blank
General Manager
Accor Apartments & Realty
Victorian Quarantine Hub
Email: mike.blank@vqh.accor.com.au
Phone: +61 434 736 532
Timeline
Food and Beverage Manager
The Sebel Yarrawonga - Accor Hotels
06.2023 - Current
Food & Beverage Manager
Accor Apartments And Realty - VQH
02.2022 - 06.2023
Food & Beverages Duty Manager
Peppers Hotel Marysville – Accor Hotels
08.2021 - 02.2022
Food Service Manager
Regis Aged Care
06.2020 - 07.2021
Food & Beverages Supervisor
Epicure Melbourne Townhall
11.2018 - 07.2021
Function’s Supervisor
Epicure MCG & The Centre Ivanhoe
08.2018 - 01.2020
Food & Beverages Assistant Manager
Earl’s Regency Hotel
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bar Supervisor
Earl’s Regent Hotel
01.2015 - 01.2016
Food & Beverages Assistant
Earl’s Regent Hotel
01.2013 - 01.2015
Master of Business Administration -
Holmes Institute
Master of Professional Accounting -
Holmes Institute
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Northumbria University
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