Ashan Wanigarathne
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Experienced business leader with demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving and team-building abilities. Successful at bringing in and training staff to handle customer and business needs. Motivational, diplomatic and respectful of people from different backgrounds.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Perea & Son's Resturant
Kandana, Sri Lanka
11.2019 - 02.2025
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
Resturant Manager
Mama Asia Resturant
Bahrain, Manama
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Established policies for cash handling procedures to maximize security measures.
- Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
- Complied with health, sanitation and liquor regulations by clearly communicating and reinforcing standards and procedures to employees.
Resturant Manager
Isfahani Resturant
Bahrain, Manama
08.2014 - 02.2019
- Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Complied with health, sanitation and liquor regulations by clearly communicating and reinforcing standards and procedures to employees.
- Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
Customer Servise Assitant
Geant Supermarket
Bahrain, Manama
05.2010 - 08.2014
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Ketchen Staff
Jesmis Franchise Restaurant Chain
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
03.2009 - 09.2009
- Participated in kitchen staff meetings to discuss performance improvements and kitchen strategies.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
- Ensured proper storage of food supplies to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Coordinated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation and timely preparation of food.
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
Restaurant Waiter
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Reviewed daily specials, menu changes and service specifications.
- Took accurate food and drink orders, using a POS ordering software system.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Cashier
Keels Super -Super Market
Sri Lanka, Colombo
01.2005 - 06.2008
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
Education
Diploma - Graphic Designing & 3D Animation
Wijeya Graphics Private Limited
Colombo, 0206.2025
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination -
Ananda College
Colombo, 1012.2004
G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Examination -
St. Benedict's College
12.2001
Skills
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe InDesign CC
- Adobe Illustrator CC
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Microsoft Office Package
- Operating system windows 11, 10, 8, 7 XP
- Operating system Apple
Certification
I hereby certify that the information given above is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Timeline
Owner
Perea & Son's Resturant
11.2019 - 02.2025
Resturant Manager
Mama Asia Resturant
02.2019 - 10.2019
Resturant Manager
Isfahani Resturant
08.2014 - 02.2019
Customer Servise Assitant
Geant Supermarket
05.2010 - 08.2014
Ketchen Staff
Jesmis Franchise Restaurant Chain
03.2009 - 09.2009
Restaurant Waiter
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
01.2008 - 12.2008
Cashier
Keels Super -Super Market
01.2005 - 06.2008
Diploma - Graphic Designing & 3D Animation
Wijeya Graphics Private Limited
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination -
Ananda College
G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Examination -
St. Benedict's College
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