Ravindra Vassant Bandekar
George Town,Cayman Islands
Summary
A highly motivated and proactive employee with notable people-skills who will help achieve a great dynamic work environment. Be able to take the company/brand and excel by being dedicated to quality and service while furthering my career as a professional with the experience of a multinational organization. Dedicated food and beverage lead server with proven skills in customer service, team leadership, and problem-solving. Committed to enhancing guest experiences and managing high-volume operations effectively.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food and Beverage Lead Server
Zemi Beach House LXR Hotels and Resorts
, Anguilla
07.2025 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and quality.
- Managed table assignments and coordinated with the front-of-house team.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Managed opening and closing duties to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Food and Beverage Lead Server
Bonny Moon Beach Club
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Led a multinational servers team
- Ensured adherence to opening and closing procedures for seamless service operations
- Welcome guests and promptly attend to table
- Served food and beverages to guests, making recommendations based on menu knowledge.
- Share menu knowledge to assist guests with questions and special requests
- Record transactions in the POS system correctly and in a timely manner
- Checked in with guests to ensure satisfaction with each course and beverage, addressing concerns immediately
- Resolved customer issues promptly to deliver a memorable dining experience
- Issued checks to guests and processed their payments accurately.
Food and Beverage Lead Server
Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
07.2016 - 03.2024
- Lobby Restaurant & Bar (Anchor & Den) Brand Service.
- Shift Closing and Cash Handling procedures.
- Marriott -BarArts TM- Program (Module 2).
- Supported the execution of “Night Market” themed nights.
- Meetings and Special Events Employee.
- Daily Performance of the F&B Operation. Setup and Cashier Closing.
- Sunday Brunch Overhaul to reach a consistent ~250 PAX
- Training and Shadow Coach New Hires.
- Acted as an ambassador for guest engagement and customer satisfaction.
- Product Quality Audit and Hotel Standards alignment.
Food and Beverage Lead Server(Marriott Task Force)
Guyana Marriott Hotel
Georgetown, Guyana
- Daily Sales and Service Performance of the F&B Operation.
- Setting up Restaurant for Lunch and Dinner operation.
- Meet Guests’ needs by providing quality and efficient service.
- Service of alcoholic and Non-Alcohol Beverages.
- Closing duties incl. Restocking and Cash Reconciliation.
- RVCs and Outlets Promoter.
- Train new Staff and ensure restaurant Brand Standards and Protocols.
Accomplishments
- Re-Opening' of Hotel under Cayman Islands Government COVID Protocols
- Trip Advisor Certificate for 'Best Restaurant in 7 Mile - Anchor & Den 2019
- Best Restaurant in Grand Cayman 4 Consecutive Months, 2019 (A&D, Marriott)
- 2022 and 2023 Employee of the Quarter Nominee
- Guyana Marriott Employee of the Year 2014
- Dynamic Teams Seminar Completion Marriott Hotels & Ritz Carlton Hotels
- Serv-Safe Certified (Exp.2015)
Certification
- Guyana - Food & Beverage Handling Certified Rev.2020
- Marriott Bar-Arts Completion
- On-Line Wines Sommelier Level 1 Completion - MGS
- C.A.R.E. Certification (American Hotel & Lodging Association)
- EFR - Primary Care (CPR) & Sec. Emergency First Response Trained
Computer Science and other Knowledge
Information Resources and Other Qualifications
MICROS Symphony | 9700 | ALOHA POS Systems (POS, BOH) Guyana – Food & Beverage Handling Certified Rev.2020 Marriott Bar-Arts Completion
On-Line Wines Sommelier Level 1 Completion – MGS
C.A.R.E. Certification (American Hotel & Lodging Association)
EFR – Primary Care (CPR) & Sec. Emergency First Response Trained Polyglot Agent: English | Hindi | Marathi | Konkani
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Marathi
- Konkani
Driver License Id
1043699
References
- Lee Parry
General Manager – Hampton By Hilton Grand Cayman Phone No. (345) 325 6583 | lee.parry@piperresorts.com
- Martin Dohnal
Real Estate Expert & F&B Consultant - Corcoran Cayman Islands Phone No. (345) 326 8645 | martin@corcorancayman.com
- Ian A. Taylor
Human Resources - The Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman Phone No. (345) 815 6990 | ian.taylor@ritzcarlton.com
Timeline
Food and Beverage Lead Server
Zemi Beach House LXR Hotels and Resorts
07.2025 - Current
Food and Beverage Lead Server
Bonny Moon Beach Club
03.2024 - 06.2025
Food and Beverage Lead Server
Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort
07.2016 - 03.2024
Food and Beverage Lead Server(Marriott Task Force)
Guyana Marriott Hotel