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AMAL WIJESUNDARA

AMAL WIJESUNDARA

Summary

With over a Decade of Expertise in the Food and Beverage Sector, I Bring a Wealth of Experience Garnered from Working in Five-Star Hotels & Resorts, and Passenger Ships across Europe, the GCC, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka. My career is Marked by a Proven Track Record of Making Strategic Decisions that Enhance Operational Efficiency, Inspiring and Guiding Teams to Excel, and Delivering Exceptional Service to a Diverse Clientele. I am Currently Seeking a Challenging Role Where I can Leverage my Extensive Knowledge and Commitment to Superior Customer Service to Significantly Contribute to Achieving your Company's Goals and Targets.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Manager

Centara Hotels and Resorts
10.2024 - Current
  • Pre-Opening
  • Joined as Restaurant Manager During the Pre-Opening Phase at Centara Lagoon Maldives, Subsequently Transitioning to a Similar Leadership Role at Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives for the Pre-Opening.

Food & Beverage Service

MSC Cruises Company
08.2023 - 10.2024

Restaurant Manager

SVN Wellness Luxury Resort
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Pre-Opening

Career Break

04.2021 - 05.2022
  • COVID-19 Pandemic & Personal Sabbatical

Restaurant Manager

Dhigali Resort
09.2018 - 01.2021

Restaurant Manager

Bliss Dhigurah
10.2017 - 07.2018

Restaurant & Bar Manager

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts
09.2016 - 08.2017

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Kuramathi Resort
03.2016 - 09.2016

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Royal Island Resort
11.2014 - 02.2016

Food & Beverage Server

Four Seasons Hotels
06.2013 - 09.2014

Restaurant Captain

Novotel Hotels
05.2012 - 05.2013
  • Started career as a Trainee Waiter at Hotel Casamara, Sri Lanka (2006-2008), before moving to Saudi Arabia to work with Accor Hotels (2009-2011), gaining valuable experience in hospitality and guest service.

Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Business Management

NYSCO
01.2025

HOSPITALITY MANAGER : LEADERSHIP -

AHLEI
01.2020

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT -

SHORTHOUSE HOSPITALITY INTERNATIONAL
01.2019

FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT -

FOOD SAFETY ASIA
01.2019

CERTIFIED BUTLER -

SOUTH AFRICAN BUTLER ACADEMY
01.2017

WINE EDUCATION PROGRAM -

DI-VINE CELLARS PVT. LTD.
01.2014

HOTEL MANAGEMENT FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE -

OPEN UNIVERSITY-NATIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL
01.2006

ADVANCED LEVELS OF EDUCATION -

KINGSWOOD COLLEGE
01.2005

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)
  • POS
  • Otalio-Shipboard Property Management System
  • Hotel, Resort Pre-Opening
  • Excellent Interpersonal and Communication
  • Multi-Tasking Abilities
  • Proficiency in Organizing and Managing Different Tasks
  • Handling Administration and Paper work
  • Bookkeeping
  • Preparing Statistical and Financial Records
  • Recruiting
  • Training
  • Supervising staff
  • Assigning Duties
  • Scheduling Shifts
  • Marketing
  • Promote Business
  • Creating F&B Concepts

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Dhivehi
Intermediate (B1)
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)

Personal Information

Gender: Male

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

Centara Hotels and Resorts
10.2024 - Current

Food & Beverage Service

MSC Cruises Company
08.2023 - 10.2024

Restaurant Manager

SVN Wellness Luxury Resort
06.2022 - 08.2023

Career Break

04.2021 - 05.2022

Restaurant Manager

Dhigali Resort
09.2018 - 01.2021

Restaurant Manager

Bliss Dhigurah
10.2017 - 07.2018

Restaurant & Bar Manager

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts
09.2016 - 08.2017

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Kuramathi Resort
03.2016 - 09.2016

Food & Beverage Supervisor

Royal Island Resort
11.2014 - 02.2016

Food & Beverage Server

Four Seasons Hotels
06.2013 - 09.2014

Restaurant Captain

Novotel Hotels
05.2012 - 05.2013

HOSPITALITY MANAGER : LEADERSHIP -

AHLEI

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT -

SHORTHOUSE HOSPITALITY INTERNATIONAL

FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT -

FOOD SAFETY ASIA

CERTIFIED BUTLER -

SOUTH AFRICAN BUTLER ACADEMY

WINE EDUCATION PROGRAM -

DI-VINE CELLARS PVT. LTD.

HOTEL MANAGEMENT FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE -

OPEN UNIVERSITY-NATIONAL YOUTH COUNCIL

ADVANCED LEVELS OF EDUCATION -

KINGSWOOD COLLEGE

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Business Management

NYSCO
AMAL WIJESUNDARA