James Cody Watkins
Bethlehem,GA
Summary
Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments. Familiar with preparing contracts, researching markets and collaborating with suppliers to improve quality. Clear communicator and practiced multitasker with excellent problem-solving and relationship-building abilities
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Red Pepper Taqueria
Atlanta, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
- Reduced bar Cost by 17% by monitoring bar procedures and implementing new ones .
- Reduced Labor by 13% by delegating and cross training former employees .
Restaurant Manager
Bartaco West Midtown
Atlanta, GA
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
Assistant General Manager
Red Pepper Taqueria
Buckhead, GA
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Assessed operational performance to measure compliance with regulatory, industry and brand standards.
- Counseled and disciplined staff to address issues promptly and provide constructive feedback.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings.
- Handled over $40k in funds each day in fast-paced socially thriving environment.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
- Analyzed operations and market data to assess areas in need of improvement and capitalize on changing conditions.
Restaurant Bar Manager
Bartaco Inman Park
Buckhead, GA
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales.
- Monitored cash intake to reduce discrepancies.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Increased revenue by promoting additional products and assisting with beverage menu.
- Monitored patron alcohol consumption to encourage safety.
- Increased profits by overseeing inventory and strategically increasing menu prices.
- Developed and implemented bartender training programs, policies and procedures.
- Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.
Skills
- Negotiations
- Time management ability
- Customer retention abilities
- Staff training and development
- Management
- Business operations understanding
- Adaptive team player
- Sales expertise
Timeline
General Manager
Red Pepper Taqueria
07.2023 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Bartaco West Midtown
03.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant General Manager
Red Pepper Taqueria
11.2020 - 02.2022
Restaurant Bar Manager
Bartaco Inman Park
05.2017 - 07.2019
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