IMOUKHUEDE UANBAHO

Food & Beverage Operations Leader | Fashion Enthusiast
Lagos, NG.

About

Dedicated Food and Beverage professional with over 12 years of extensive experience in five-star hotels and renowned international brands, excelling in delivering exceptional dining experiences and driving operational excellence. Proven ability to boost customer satisfaction and revenue through strategic menu planning, cost control, and health/safety compliance. Recently completed Fashion Business training, bringing a unique blend of creativity and innovation to hospitality operations and future ventures.

Work

Lagos Continental Hotel
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Food and Beverage Service Expert

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Led personalized guest experiences and optimized service delivery within a luxury hotel setting, driving revenue and ensuring high operational standards.

Highlights

Drove revenue growth by effectively upselling menu items and daily specials, significantly enhancing guest satisfaction and contributing to sales targets.

Optimized order delivery and service efficiency through seamless collaboration with kitchen and bar teams, reducing wait times and improving guest flow.

Delivered personalized guest experiences with in-depth menu knowledge, resulting in high service standards and consistent positive guest feedback.

Mentored and monitored junior staff, supporting training initiatives to ensure compliance with health, safety, and billing standards across operations.

Radisson Blu Hotel Ikeja
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Room Service Shift Leader

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Supervised room service operations, ensuring timely delivery, maintaining high service standards, and managing inventory and staff compliance.

Highlights

Supervised daily room service operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of orders and consistently achieving high guest satisfaction scores.

Managed comprehensive inventory and trained a team of staff, enforcing strict compliance with safety and hygiene regulations to maintain operational excellence.

Resolved guest interactions and issues promptly, enhancing service quality and contributing to positive guest experiences.

Recognized as 'Best Staff of the Month' twice (2022/2023) for outstanding performance, demonstrating consistent excellence in service and leadership.

Eko Hotel Tower 2. Victoria Island Lagos
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Assistant Restaurant Manager

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Supported restaurant management in daily operations, overseeing staff, managing inventory, and contributing to revenue and profitability targets.

Highlights

Supported daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service delivery and consistent achievement of high guest satisfaction scores.

Supervised and mentored a team of staff, providing training and performance feedback to uphold high service standards and foster professional growth.

Oversaw comprehensive inventory management, ordering, and stock control, optimizing resource utilization and contributing to operational efficiency.

Assisted in developing and implementing strategies that contributed to achieving revenue and profitability targets.

Ensured strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards, mitigating risks and maintaining a safe dining environment.

Fourpoints by Sheraton Lagos
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Restaurant Waiter

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided attentive service to guests in a high-volume restaurant, ensuring accurate order delivery and maintaining service area standards.

Highlights

Delivered attentive and courteous service to a high volume of guests, ensuring a positive dining experience throughout their visit.

Ensured accurate order taking and timely delivery of food and beverages by effectively coordinating with kitchen and bar teams.

Maintained comprehensive knowledge of menu items, providing informed recommendations that enhanced guest satisfaction and supported upselling efforts.

Managed guest inquiries and resolved minor complaints independently, escalating complex issues to supervisors to maintain high service standards.

Education

NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

BSc (Hons.)

Political Science

Grade: 3.72/4.0

Awards

Best Staff of the Month (Twice)

Awarded By

Radisson Blu Ikeja

Recognized twice for outstanding performance with a certificate and dinner voucher for family, demonstrating consistent excellence in service and leadership.

Best Staff in F&B Department

Awarded By

Fourpoints by Sheraton Lagos

Awarded for exceptional performance in the Food and Beverage Department, receiving a certificate and gifts.

Best Staff of the Month (Three Times)

Awarded By

Black Diamond Suites And Apartments

Recognized three times as Best Staff of the Month in the Food and Beverage Department, demonstrating consistent high performance.

Certificates

Fashion Business CE Academy

Issued By

Academy Lagos

Rostering Management

Issued By

Typsy

Hospitality Manager: Leadership

Issued By

AHLEI

Certificate in Food Safety and Hygiene

Issued By

Alison.com

Diploma in Hospitality Management

Issued By

Alison.com

Winning Back a Lost Customer

Issued By

LinkedIn

Skills

Customer Service

Exceptional Customer Service, Guest Relations, Service Quality, Guest Satisfaction.

Leadership & Team Management

Team Leadership, Collaboration, Staff Training, Performance Feedback, Mentorship.

Food & Beverage Operations

Menu Knowledge, Order Management, Dining Area Management, Room Service Operations, Service Efficiency.

Inventory & Cost Management

Inventory Control, Stock Management, Cost Control, Resource Management.

Health, Safety & Hygiene Compliance

Food Safety, Hygiene Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Mitigation.

Problem Solving

Issue Resolution, Adaptability, Conflict Resolution.

Revenue Generation

Upselling, Sales Targets, Profitability Strategies.

Fashion Business & Design

Fashion Business, Creative Design, Innovation.

Operational Efficiency

Process Optimization, Scheduling, Resource Allocation.