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Summary

Effectively manage personnel and business operations to handle demanding [Area of expertise] needs while maximizing customer service standards. Trained in preparing and handling food, organizing inventory and optimizing customer relations. Diplomatic in addressing customer concerns and resolving issues. Positive, goal-oriented individual with years of experience in multiple culinary industries. I'm looking to be a positive influence in a company's growth and development.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Food and Beverage Operation Manager

Troon Golf, L.L.C.
Coral Gables, FL
06.2010 - Current
  • Enacted progressive disciplinary measures for staff, managed work zones and oversaw opening and closing duties.
  • Improved average wine and alcohol spend per guest through curation, service training and hands-on hospitality.
  • Oversaw proper disposal of unused and tainted beverage stock, adhering to all related health and safety guidelines.
  • Built stronger wine list aligned with trends, improved credibility of restaurant's program, and raised profitability per glass.
  • Responded to customer complaints, addressing concerns and distress with amicable interactions.
  • Maintained exhaustive knowledge of all promotional and seasonal beverages on offer, including flavor profiles, nutritional information, allergens and alcoholic content.
  • Coordinated daily and nightly shift safety and sanitation procedures for bar areas and entire restaurant.
  • Analyzed alcoholic and coffee-based beverage consumption trends, preparing subsequent action plans to maintain product freshness and consistent inventory levels.
  • Developed ongoing training initiative to improve beverage knowledge of serving employees, including hourly sommelier program.
  • Loaded and operated beverage dispensing equipment such as espresso machines and tap tower.
  • Oversaw overall beverage program, including selection, ordering and inventory controls of wine, beer and alcohol program.
  • Served as shift manager, handling standard procedures that are regulated by the Health Department and complying with safety regulations where needed.
  • Adhered to corporate efficiency and profitability goals for beverage purchasing and distribution, producing a profit margin increase.
  • Resolved customer complaints involving food or beverage quality and service.
  • Maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.
  • Verified staff compliance with accepted food and drink safety regulations, suggesting remedial training where necessary.
  • Managed bar and wait staff including hiring, training, scheduling and analyzing theft and wastage.
  • Conducted hands-on training in use of [Tool], demonstrating proper technique and safety protocols.
  • Drafted beverage purchasing plan, aligning inventory needs with budgetary constraints by applying historical data.
  • Trained food and beverage service personnel, confirming staff ability to provide recommendations and answer questions.
  • Used CrunchTime to record ordering data and created organization and room storage system.

Fast Food Manager

Portillo's Hot Dogs Inc.
City, STATE
06.2004 - 06.2010
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
  • Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
  • Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Supervised food preparation stations to observe hygiene and taste quality of food served to customers.
  • Reduced shortages [Number]% by holding staff accountable for excessive food waste and conducting shift inventories.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
  • Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Purchased adequate quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

HMSHost Corporation
City, STATE
07.1984 - 05.2004
  • Coordinated and organized all restaurant inventory.
  • Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings to bank each [Timeframe].
  • Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
  • Reviewed pricing and ordered food ingredients, kitchen appliances and supplies.
  • Limited portion sizes and used garnishes to control food costs.
  • Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on various tasks, including resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Hired and managed all kitchen staff.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Investigated and integrated enhanced service and team management strategies to boost business profits.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety.
  • Protected business, team members and customers by monitoring alcohol consumption and keeping operation in line with legal service requirements.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL

No Degree - Nursing

DePaul University
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Adamson University
Manila, Philippines

Skills

  • Safe food handling
  • Strategic Planning
  • Workflow planning
  • Cost controls
  • Recruitment
  • Communications
  • Customer service
  • Supervision
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Process improvement
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Budgeting
  • Cleanliness
  • Scheduling
  • Business operations
  • Team management
  • MS Office
  • Operational improvement
  • Problem resolution
  • Project organization

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 85 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of [Project name].

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Salesforce
  • ServSafe
  • Chili's Certification
  • Starbucks Certification

Timeline

Senior Food and Beverage Operation Manager

Troon Golf, L.L.C.
06.2010 - Current

Fast Food Manager

Portillo's Hot Dogs Inc.
06.2004 - 06.2010

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

HMSHost Corporation
07.1984 - 05.2004

Associate of Science - Nursing

Malcolm X College

No Degree - Nursing

DePaul University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Adamson University