ALAN PAREDES
Torrance,CA
Summary
Results-driven Restaurant Operations Leader with over 15 years of experience in high-volume and multi-unit environments. Expert in P&L management, team development, and operational performance enhancement. Proven skills in labor management, inventory control, and customer experience optimization, ensuring successful store openings and sustainable growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Stress Free Auto Care
Bellflower, California
03.2026 - Current
- Oversee daily operations, team performance, customer experience, and businessobjectives for the automotive service center.
- Current-month sales supported by a 70% returning customer base, reflecting strong customer retention and relationship building.
- Manage Service Advisor and Technician labor to meet company objectives while balancing staffing needs andoperational efficiency.
- Lead and develop team members whilemaintaining a culture of accountability, service, and performance.
- Build customer relationships and address service concerns to maintain a positive customer experience.
Area Leader
Sweetgreen
Los Angeles, CA
06.2022 - 12.2025
- Oversaw operations across 6 restaurants, with individual locations generating approximately $80K–$105K in weekly sales.
- Coached General Managers and leadership teams on operational execution and accountability, enhancing team development and customer experience.
- Developed top talent and future leaders by coaching General Managers for growth and advancement.
- Reviewed daily, weekly, and monthly inventory, food costs, labor, and payroll to drive operational performance.
- Supported new store openings and implemented new menu items and systems to optimize operational initiatives.
- Partnered with implementation teams to transition new technologies, processes, and information effectively to the store level.
- Participated in conferences, workshops, and professional development opportunitiesfocused on leadership and coachingbest practices.
General Manager
Mendocino Farms
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed a high-volume restaurant averagingapproximately $130K in weekly sales.
- Oversaw inventory management, food costs, labor scheduling, and payroll processes to ensure seamless operations.
- Trained managers and staff on company policies, product knowledge, restaurant standards, and operational procedures.
- Directed training and development programs for staff and management, fostering a culture of performance excellence and compliance with company standards.
- Trained managers and staff on company policies, product knowledge, restaurant standards, and operational procedures.
- Led the implementation of new catering initiatives, including website andoperational improvements.
- Served as a training location, helping develop managers and staff in companystandards and best practices.
Area Leader Apprentice
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Los Angeles, CA
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Led restaurant operations with a focus on customer experience, team development, operational excellence, and financial performance.
- Developed and promoted 4 General Managers and 2 Assistant General Managers within one year, strengthening the leadership pipeline and supporting succession planning.
- Managed execution of the District Annual Operating Plan and utilized P&L results to drive business performance.
- Coached leaders and teams on operational procedures and company standards, enhancing adherence to performance expectations.
- Executed District Annual Operating Plan and analyzed P&L results to inform strategic business decisions.
- Developed and implemented training programs and job aids, including team-member training programs, labor matrices, workstation charts, and daily operating checklists.
- Built a customer-focused culture by coaching teams and resolving customer concerns.
- Developed local marketing strategies and implemented monthly plans, increasing brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Recognized for strong attention to detail, flexibility, problem-solving, and operational leadership.
Education
Associate in arts (A.A.) - Teaching
El Camino College
TorranceBachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Music Engineering
Musicians Institute
HollywoodSkills
Multi-Unit Operations Leadership Development P&L Management Labor Management Talent Development Customer Experience
LANGUAGE
English Native, Spanish Native, Japanese Conversational
Timeline
General Manager
Stress Free Auto Care
03.2026 - Current
Area Leader
Sweetgreen
06.2022 - 12.2025
General Manager
Mendocino Farms
01.2019 - 05.2022
Area Leader Apprentice
Chipotle Mexican Grill
01.2010 - 01.2019
Associate in arts (A.A.) - Teaching
El Camino College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Music Engineering
Musicians Institute