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KARTHIGAYAN ARUGAM

KARTHIGAYAN ARUGAM

ASSISTANT MANAGER
BAYAN LEPAS

Summary

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 7 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. 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. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

The Brew House Queens Waterfront & Sunway Carnival
09.2022 - Current

Report to Senior Manager / Director

  • Handling documents (invoices, inventory, staff OT, etc)
  • Purchase order for beverage stock through email & WhatsApp
  • Handling daily bar inventory
  • Overseeing & manage the whole floor department on operation hours
  • Ensure personalized service offered to each customer
  • Staff arrangement, working schedule, and upgrade everyday sales
  • Handling daily sales report
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projects tasks.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.

Outlet Manager

Spice Kitchen & Bar
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Managed weekly inventory transactions by creating templates to track optimal food and beverage stock.
  • Managed financial transactions accurately, reconciling daily sales reports and maintaining organized financial records.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Assessed sales reports to identify and enhance sales performance, support inventory oversight, and capitalize on emerging trends.
  • Supported professional development of team members and supervisors at all levels to place knowledgeable candidates in leadership roles.

Manager

Paradise Chili Kitchen
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Report to Owner
  • Overseeing & manage the whole floor department on operation hours
  • Ensure personalized service offered to each customer
  • Responsible for sales & marketing
  • Staff arrangement, working schedule, and upgrade everyday sales
  • Handling cashier opening & closing report
  • Stock purchasing and inventory for both kitchen & drinks.

Outlet Manager

Masha Restaurant & Bar
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Report to Accountant & Purchasing Dept
  • Overseeing & manage the whole floor department on operation hours
  • Responsibility for the day to day operations and marketing
  • Ensure personalized service offered to each customer
  • Staff arrangement, working schedule, and upgrade everyday sales
  • Dealing with vendors, stock purchasing and inventory for bar only
  • Responsible to open & close outlet on time
  • Handling cashier opening & closing report.

Operation Manager

Curry & Co
10.2020 - 02.2021
  • Report to Owner
  • Managing the whole outlet (kitchen & floor)
  • Responsibility for the day to day operations and marketing
  • Ensure personalized service offered to each customer
  • Staff arrangement, working schedule, and upgrade everyday sales
  • Dealing with vendors, stock purchasing and inventory for kitchen & floor dept
  • Responsible to open & close outlet on time
  • Handling cashier opening & closing report.

Service and Technician

Carlsberg Company
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.

STORE CLERK

ADVENTIST HOSPITAL
06.2014 - 06.2018
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Processed credit, debit and cash transactions correctly to obtain full payment of customer purchases.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.

AV TECHINICIAN CUM MAINTENANCE

CITY BAYVIEW
01.2013 - 05.2014
  • Supported venue operations through regular inspection, testing, and maintenance of installed AV systems to minimize downtime or technical issues during events.
  • Increased team efficiency by training junior technicians on best practices related to AV system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between speakers at conferences by closely monitoring audio levels and adjusting as needed for optimal sound quality.

Education

GED -

SMK RAJA TUN UDA
PENANG
04.2001 -

Skills

    Operations Management

    Product and service knowledge

    Employee Performance Evaluations

    Cost Reduction

    Staff Training and Development

    Workload Management

    Staff Supervision

    Staff Management

    Cost Control

    Sales Reporting

    Money Handling

    Business Administration

    Recruitment and hiring

    Team Leadership

Languages

Tamil, chinese
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Malay
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Cantonese)
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Assistant Manager

The Brew House Queens Waterfront & Sunway Carnival
09.2022 - Current

Outlet Manager

Spice Kitchen & Bar
05.2022 - 08.2022

Manager

Paradise Chili Kitchen
01.2022 - 05.2022

Outlet Manager

Masha Restaurant & Bar
09.2021 - 01.2022

Operation Manager

Curry & Co
10.2020 - 02.2021

Service and Technician

Carlsberg Company
01.2020 - 03.2020

STORE CLERK

ADVENTIST HOSPITAL
06.2014 - 06.2018

AV TECHINICIAN CUM MAINTENANCE

CITY BAYVIEW
01.2013 - 05.2014

GED -

SMK RAJA TUN UDA
04.2001 -
KARTHIGAYAN ARUGAMASSISTANT MANAGER