1. Trevor La Rive
1/5 Axel Street
Dandenong, Melbourne Australia -VIC 3175
0435867237
t_larive@yahoo.co.in
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
My main objective is to work in a challenging environment whereby my passion and expertise
serve productive in the field of the hospitality industry bringing out constant growth avenues
to explore.
I am a self driven individual who takes pride in my efforts and practices to communicate
effectively with my internal and external stakeholders.
Bringing to the forefront of my capabilities in enriching customer satisfaction and clientele
rapport, I look forward to broadening my perspectives and boundaries that cater to my
professional development.
SUMMARY OF SKILLS:
Exceptional interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
Active listener, courteous demeanor with strong organizational skills.
An evergreen passion towards customer service and a keen interest at accomplishing
customer and client satisfaction within the food and beverage industries worldwide.
Seasoned in conflict resolution and proven aptitude for dealing with at times
frustrated clients and customers.
Solid computer skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work individually and thrive in a structured, fast paced and customer
focused team environment with competing priorities.
Energetic work attitude with a focus on safety as a priority when dealing with
customers and colleagues.
Flexible and highly adaptable to different work practices and new technologies, and
willing to go the extra mile.
Strong technical, management and leadership skills.
Leads by example, team player and creative problem solver.
Ability to communicate in the following languages other than English - Arabic,
Russian, French, African and Indian.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Diploma in Hospitality Skills - Australian Hospitality Skills Recognition (Aug 2012)
Apprenticeship Courses in Food and Beverage services - TAJ Coromandel Hotel and
ITC Chola Sheraton Hotel (1974 - 1977)
Certificate in H.S.E induction - N.T.I (Muscat Oman).
Certificate in First Aid/Basic Life Support Course - N.T.I. (Muscat Oman).
Certificate in Intermediate Food Hygiene - P.D.O Nimr (N.T.I Certified)
Certificate in H.A.C.C.P (Intermediate) - Certified by The Chartered Institute of
Environmental Health London.
High School Certificate - Campion High School
01/1961 - 12/1972
2. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
All Terrain Camp Management and Hospitality Services Group (Apr 2010 - Aug 2014)
A leading Industrial catering organization involved in providing camp management and
hospitality services to various companies in the remote areas for Oil, Gas and Minerals in
Western Africa.
Designation: Assistant Project Manager
Responsibilities:
Providing assistance and reporting directly to the Ops Manager.
Overseeing the Project site`s operations.
Managing the functions of administration-HR/HSE and materials control.
Inspecting food supplies and storage.
Overseeing housekeeping, laundry and maintenance services.
Menu planning and cost control.
Maintaining targets set by the company.
Coordinating with client representatives in weekly/monthly HSE meetings and day to
day tool box meetings held with staff.
Forwarding to the company daily, weekly and monthly reports.
Assisting and helping staff in critical times.
RPSG Global (Jul 2008 - Dec 2009)
A reputed organization providing catering and hospitality services in Sakhalin island in
Russia - A sub contracted company to FLUOR DANIELS USA catering to company
contractors that work for EXXON NEFTE GAS Pvt Ltd Russia.
Designation: Camp Manager
Responsibilities:
Overseeing the day to day operations of the camp.
Interaction with clients.
Maintaining high standards in food hygiene and safety.
Overseeing the kitchen in food production, food presentation and menu planning.
Responsible for the housekeeping, laundry and maintenance services in the camp.
Preparing staff duty rosters.
Sending in on time the weekly/fortnightly and monthly food orders to the company
and keeping an eye on par stock levels.
Preparing monthly invoices to clients.
Tawoos Industrial Services LLC (Feb 2005 - Jun 2008)
A Prestigious Industrial Catering Company in Muscat Oman that provides catering and
hospitality service to well known organizations as Schools, College, Universities and in the
remote sites for Oil and Gas Sectors of Petroleum Development of Oman.
Designation: Resident Manager
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the operation of the entire company`s owned property for permanent
accommodation for contractors.
Interacting with key clients.
Managing the catering, housekeeping, laundry and maintenance services.
Random food store inspections.
Attending weekly staff meetings and Trainings.
Supervision of Bar and Recreation activities.
Maintaining food cost controls and menu planning.
Preparing monthly invoices to clients.
Overseeing the entire administration and accounts department.
3. Renaissance Hospitality Services (Jun 2003 - Dec 2004)
An Overseas Division company subsidiary to Tawoos Industrial Catering Services LLC in
Muscat Oman providing catering, housekeeping and laundry services to companies that serve
in the war zones of Iraq contracted to M/S Kellogg's Brown and Root USA (Sub Contractors
to the US army Bases in Iraq))
Designation: Food Services Manager
Responsibilities:
Supervising staff in the food service and production areas.
Maintaining high standards in food safety
Interacting with high rank army officials.
Organizing functions and theme nights.
Overseeing housekeeping, laundry and maintenance services.
Preparing 28 day menu planning and maintaining food stocks at par level.
Coordination with the Chefs for ordering and receiving of food stock.
Random checks made to food stores and chemical stores.
Preparing monthly duty rosters for staff.
Attending staff training and weekly HSE programs.
DAMAC Catering Company Service SAOG (Aug 2001 - May 2003)
A competent catering establishment in the middle East in Muscat Oman that provides catering
and hospitality services to reputed institutions as schools colleges and in govt: offices as the
ministry department and defense forces in Oman.
Designation: Project Manager-Sultans of Oman's Navy.
Responsibilities:
Overseeing the operations of the entire project
Interacting with Naval Officers
Supervising staff in all areas of work such as in catering, housekeeping and laundry
services.
Preparing weekly Menus in coordination with Chefs
Monthly Reports
Monthly Staff meetings and Trainings
Organizing Special NAVAL Function Events
Maintaining high standards in Food Hygiene and Safety.
The Madras Club (May 1998 - March 2001)
Designation: Food & Beverage Manager / Customer Care Relations
Officer
Responsibilities:
Over all supervision in food production and presentation, housekeeping, laundry and
maintenance services.
Organizing club functions and menu planning.
Interacting with club committee members and customers.
Overseeing the Food and Beverage Department.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
REFEREES: Available upon request
Software Proficiency
Microsoft Office - (Word, Excel, Power
Point, Outlook, Access)
Excellent