Kedarnath Jadhav

Experience

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  The Taj Mahal Palace

  May 2019 - Oct 2019

  Industrial Trainee

  Food and Beverage (F&B):- Shamiana All Day Dining Restaurant: Assisted in setting up the morning breakfast for an average of 1,000 guests daily, ensuring a seamless dining experience. Supported waitstaff in serving and clearing tables, maintaining high standards of service.- In Room Dining: Collaborated with valets to deliver meals to guests' rooms, ensuring timely and accurate service.- Butler Service: Worked alongside butlers in the prestigious Palace wing, catering to high-profile guests including high net worth individuals, celebrities, and state ministers. A notable highlight was serving breakfast to the then Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh.Front Office:- Interacted with a diverse range of international guests, enhancing my communication and customer service skills.- Experienced a memorable encounter with Mr. Ratan Tata, then chairman of Tata Sons, providing me with invaluable insights into guest relations at the highest level.Housekeeping:- Developed an eye for detail by maintaining the upkeep of suites and rooms, ensuring cleanliness and comfort for guests.- Managed the provision and replacement of upholstery and linens, ensuring consistent quality and availability.Food Production:- Gained hands-on experience working alongside top chefs in the country in the in-house kitchen.- Contributed to the quantity kitchen that served meals to 2,700 employees daily, learning large-scale food production and quality control.Learning and Development:- Assisted the Learning and Development Manager for a month, participating in the Grooming Audit and gaining proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.- Built strong rapport with hotel employees through various collaborative projects, enhancing my interpersonal skills.This comprehensive internship equipped me with a well-rounded understanding of hotel operations and a solid foundation in hospitality management, preparing me for advanced roles in the industry and management sectors. Show less

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  GEP Worldwide

  May 2023 - Dec 2023

  Sourcing Analyst

  - Data Abstraction and Management: Worked on the Google account to extract data from legal documents and enter it into Google Sheets. Managed the transfer of individual files to a cumulative database, ensuring accuracy and consistency.- Process Automation: Contributed to streamlining data abstraction processes by utilizing advanced tools such as Bard AI and ChatGPT. This automation significantly increased our team's efficiency and reduced manual workload.- Technical Proficiency: Enhanced my skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite applications. This technical expertise was crucial in handling complex data and creating comprehensive reports.- Team Collaboration and Training: Selected by my team lead, along with two other members, to create slideshows and documents to streamline onboarding processes for new team members. This initiative improved the onboarding experience and facilitated smoother integration of new hires.- Certification and Personal Development: Proactively pursued various certifications to enhance my professional skills. Additionally, engaged in extracurricular activities such as learning table tennis, which fostered camaraderie and networking across different verticals.- End of Tenure Dedication: Maintained high standards of work ethic and productivity until the end of my tenure. Ensured all tasks were completed without any backlog, earning commendation from my team lead for my dedication and consistency, even during the notice period.- Flat Organizational Structure: Benefited from the company's flat organizational structure, which allowed for open communication with directors and founders. This exposure provided insights into high-level decision-making processes and company strategies. Show less

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  IDBI Bank

  Jan 2024 - now

  Assistant Manager

  - Customer Service and Operations: Interact with customers at a retail branch, providing services such as fund transfers (internal and forex), passbook updates, and indenting deliverables like ATM cards, cheque books, and internet banking PINs.- Campaign Coordination: Led the branch's awareness campaign for the general elections, collaborating with various cycle clubs and the District Planning Office, Suburban Mumbai. The event involved over 500 cyclists and was inaugurated by the Collector of Suburban Mumbai, Shri Rajendra Kshirsagar.- Key Liaison: Acted as the point of contact with the Maharashtra Samaj Kalyan Assistant Commissioner, facilitating communication and coordination for the event.- High Net Worth Client Services: Provided personalized services to high net worth individuals, ensuring their needs are met with priority and precision.- Compliance and Collaboration: Worked with various bank departments across Mumbai to streamline customer transactions and ensure compliance with banking regulations. Show less