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Ian Mascarenhas, Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager

Ian Mascarenhas

Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager·Forest of Arden Country Club,

India

Master's degree, MBA In Human Resources

Work experience

Total years of experience: 5 years, 4 months

Assistant Conference & Banqueting Manager

March 2025 - Present

Forest of Arden Country Club,

Birmingham, United Kingdom

March 2025 - Present

• Supervise high-profile weddings, conferences, and corporate functions with a strong focus
on guest satisfaction and brand standards.
• Manage rota scheduling and monitor employee clock-in/out data to ensure accurate
attendance records and payroll compliance.
• Design and analyse daily and weekly reports on staff performance, event operations, and
cost efficiency for senior management.
• Successfully adapt to high-pressure environments, handling last-minute changes in guest
requirements, staffing, and logistics without compromising service quality.
• Oversee administration for the on-site Business Centre, including room bookings, guest
support, AV equipment coordination, and client correspondence.
• Manage the main restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, ensuring smooth
coordination, service excellence, and customer satisfaction.
• Train and lead cross-functional teams using Opera Cloud, Micros POS, and Fourth to
support efficient service delivery.
• Conduct daily briefings, manage shift planning and rotas, and ensure operational continuity
during peak event schedules.
• Handle administrative tasks for the Conference & Banqueting department including event
documentation, staff scheduling, procurement requests, and BEO tracking.
• Design and prepare custom event materials such as welcome signage, directional signage,
and individual place cards aligned with event themes.
• Maintain strict health, safety, and hygiene compliance and enforce brand-standard service
protocols.
• Coordinate closely with kitchen, sales, and events teams to ensure seamless execution and
effective guest feedback collection.
• Conduct interviews for casual and permanent candidates, assessing suitability and
availability based on operational requirements.
• Manage interview documentation including interview notes, candidate records, and
selection outcomes in line with company and compliance standards.
• Support onboarding coordination by liaising with HR on right-to-work checks, system
access, and initial scheduling.
• Assist with performance monitoring and feedback for new starters during probation
periods.
• Act as a liaison between HR, operations, and departmental leadership to support workforce
planning and staffing needs.

Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Other

Conference & Banqueting Supervisor

July 2024 - March 2025

Forest of Arden Country Club,

Birmingham, United Kingdom

July 2024 - March 2025

• Oversaw setup and breakdown of event spaces for business meetings, gala dinners,
weddings, and banquets.
• Supported the design and printing of event signage, seating plans, and branded table
materials.
• Provided administrative support including stock control, staff rosters, post-event reporting,
and logistics coordination.
• Led and motivated a team of 10+ staff to deliver efficient, customer-focused service under
tight timelines.
• Handled last-minute event changes and guest concerns professionally and effectively.
• Managed bar inventory, requisitions, and maintained strong floor presence during key
events.

Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Other

Conference & Banqueting Associate

October 2023 - July 2024

Forest of Arden Country Club,

Birmingham, United Kingdom

October 2023 - July 2024

• Delivered full event services including food & beverage service, bar support, and coffee
station setup.
• Ensured accurate room setups in line with Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and maintained
high cleanliness standards.
• Adhered to health, safety, and hygiene regulations, including deep cleaning and stock
replenishment.
• Supported post-event breakdown, storage compliance, and inventory replenishment.

Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Customer Service and Call Center

Warehouse Operative (Agency Roles)

May 2023 - September 2023

DHL / Evri / Panther Logistics,

United Kingdom

May 2023 - September 2023

• Scanned, sorted, and packed stock for dispatch using barcode systems and ERP platforms.
• Conducted quality checks, updated inventory records, and ensured documentation
accuracy.
• Collaborated with logistics teams to meet high-volume operational targets efficiently.

Company industry:
Warehousing

Team Member

February 2023 - May 2023

Merkur Slots UK Ltd.,

United Kingdom

February 2023 - May 2023

• Delivered high-quality customer service by professionally handling customer inquiries and
concerns.
• Maintained a welcoming environment and explained rules to ensure smooth operations.
• De-escalated challenging situations using active listening and positive engagement
techniques.
• Completed opening and closing procedures and supported fire alarm and safety processes.
• Monitored customer behaviour for suspicious activity and conducted ID verification under
the Think 25 policy.

Company industry:
Entertainment
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Assistant HR, E-commerce, Sales & Office Administrator

January 2021 - December 2022

Costa & Company Pvt. Ltd.,

Goa Velha, India

January 2021 - December 2022

• Managed full-cycle recruitment including sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and
probation tracking.
• Maintained employee records, HR documentation, payroll coordination, and confidential
policy guidance.
• Developed, launched, and managed end-to-end e-commerce operations across the
company-owned website, Amazon, and other e-commerce platforms.
• Oversaw product listings, content optimisation, pricing strategies, and inventory
coordination to maximise online sales performance.
• Coordinated order processing, dispatch, and customer service to ensure timely fulfilment
and high customer satisfaction.
• Monitored sales performance, prepared reports, and identified opportunities to improve
conversion rates and revenue growth.
• Collaborated with marketing and operations teams to support online promotions, product
launches, and brand visibility.
• Supervised store operations including till management, warehouse stock control, vendor
coordination, and customer service.
• Managed billing systems, goods receipt, production stock usage, and wastage tracking.
• Conducted quality checks, ensured inventory accuracy, and coordinated timely
procurement.
• Processed invoices prepared financial and sales reports and monitored outstanding
payments.
• Acted as the primary escalation point for customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution.
• Led, trained, and motivated sales staff to exceed targets through proactive selling and
service excellence.
• Managed client, supplier, and customer communications via phone and email.

Company industry:
Manufacturing

Education

Cardiff Metropolitan University

June 2024

June 2024

Master's degree, MBA In Human Resources

United Kingdom

VVM’s Shree Damodar College, Goa, India

August 2020

August 2020

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Computer Applications

India

Rosary Higher Secondary School, Goa, India

May 2015

May 2015

High school or equivalent, A-Level (Science)

India