Anderson Alfaro
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experienced Food Service Manager with a proven track record of overseeing and optimizing food service operations. Proficient in managing staff, inventory, and budgets to ensure efficient and profitable operations. Skilled in maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and customer service.
Hardworking restaurant manager with several years overseeing high-traffic establishments. Talented at managing large, diverse teams of culinary and service personnel. Comfortable taking responsibility for everything from back-office operations to dining room performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PBR BAR AND GRILL
Sous chef & kitchen supervisor
Las Vegas, NV
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Inspected dining areas for cleanliness, proper set-up of tables and chairs.
- Reviewed monthly financial statements to monitor budget allocations.
- Coordinated catering services for private parties or other special events.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations.
- Collaborated with chefs and cooks regarding menu items and production needs.
- Developed and implemented service standards, policies and procedures to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Tracked food costs on a regular basis to ensure profitability goals were met.
- Conducted weekly staff meetings to discuss menu changes, special events and other pertinent topics.
- Scheduled shifts for bar staff and monitored employee performance.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders with vendors as needed.
- Prepared employee schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels during peak periods.
Kitchen Manager & Leadership Cooks
TopGolf
Las Vegas, NV
05.2015 - 05.2019
- Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
- Trained new employees on kitchen procedures and policies.
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative recipes that utilized fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
Line Cook
California Pizza Kitchen
Las Vegas, NV
03.2014 - 11.2016
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Las Vegas, NV05-2009
Skills
- Cost control
- Wine pairing expertise
- Menu development
- Food safety compliance
- Table management
- Employee training
- Scheduling coordination
- Staff management
- Guest satisfaction
- Sanitation standards
- Supervisory skills
- Inventory control and record keeping
- Catering coordination
- Food service background
- Shift management
- Reservation handling
- Labor and food cost control
- Purchasing and cost control
Timeline
PBR BAR AND GRILL
Sous chef & kitchen supervisor
06.2019 - 08.2024
Kitchen Manager & Leadership Cooks
TopGolf
05.2015 - 05.2019
Line Cook
California Pizza Kitchen
03.2014 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Valley High School