Ashique Armaani

About Ashique Armaani

Hospitality Operations Leader with over 20+ years of experience, beginning my career at the age of 17 in 1998. I have built a progressive track record across hospitality operations, facility operations, asset and property management, and business development.In my current role as Assistant General Manager – Hospitality, Sales & Marketing, I lead large-scale operations handling events from 200 to guests, managing cross-functional teams of 200–400 personnel. My focus is on operational efficiency, service delivery, workforce planning, and cost control in high-footfall environments.I oversee facility operations across multiple business units, including restaurants and industrial kitchens, ensuring compliance, performance, and service standards. My experience includes vendor coordination, maintenance oversight, and operational systems aligned with large commercial environments such as malls and mixed-use developments.I have contributed to scaling business revenue from ₹5–7 Crore to ₹20 Crore+, supported by strong capabilities in sales, business development, brand positioning, and digital engagement. I have also developed scalable workforce models to support high-volume operations across Kerala.I bring hands-on experience in asset and community operations from my tenure in Dubai, managing high-rise and mixed-use developments. My responsibilities included service charge management, budgeting, financial control, stakeholder engagement, and RERA compliance. I have led financial recovery initiatives that improved cash flow and operational performance.I bring a balanced approach combining operations, finance, and customer experience to drive efficiency, strengthen asset performance, and deliver consistent service standards across complex environments.

Experience

1. Agm

   Ruchi Catering

   Sep 2021 — Present · Kochi, IN

   Hospitality Operations Leader with 20+ years of experience, starting my career at the age of 17 in 1998. I have built a progressive track record across hospitality operations, facility operations, asset and property management, and business development.In my current role as Assistant General Manager – Hospitality, Sales & Marketing, I lead large-scale operations handling events from 200 to guests, managing cross-functional teams of 200–400 personnel. My focus is on operational efficiency, service delivery, workforce planning, and cost control in high-footfall environments.I oversee facility operations across multiple business units, including restaurants and industrial kitchens, ensuring compliance, performance, and service standards. My experience includes vendor coordination, maintenance oversight, and operational systems aligned with large commercial environments such as malls and mixed-use developments.I have contributed to scaling business revenue from ₹5–7 Crore to ₹20 Crore+, supported by strong capabilities in sales, business development, brand positioning, and digital engagement. I have also developed scalable workforce models to support high-volume operations across Kerala.I bring hands-on experience in asset and community operations from my tenure in Dubai, managing high-rise and mixed-use developments. My responsibilities included service charge, budgeting, financial control, stakeholder engagement, and RERA compliance. I have led financial recovery initiatives that improved cash flow and operational performance.I bring a balanced approach combining operations, finance, and customer experience to drive efficiency, strengthen asset performance, and deliver consistent service standards across complex environments.

Education

• Dubai Real Estate Institute - DREI

  M 100, Strata Management

• University of Calicut

  Bachelor's Degree, Finance,Accountancy and Business Management

  2000 — 2002

• Dubai Real Estate Institute - DREI

  M100, Owners Association Management

  2016 — 2016

• Canada India Institutional Co-operational Project

  Associate's Degree, Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management

  1997 — 1999

• Punjab Technical University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Hospitality and Real Estate Management