Hardworking Restaurant Manager with 15 years experience overseeing all aspects and departments of 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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager (AGM)
Pitfire Pizza and Pie Society
Costa Mesa, CA
06.2023 - Current
Prepared weekly schedules for staff members based on their availability.
Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews with prospective candidates.
Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing documents.
Managed store cash intake with high accuracy and prepared daily bank deposits.
Controlled business inventory to keep numbers beneath targets through expert oversight and usage monitoring.
Supervised critical budget implementations, employee reviews, training and scheduling for projects.
Assistant General Manager (AGM)
The Attic Bar & Restaurant
Long Beach, CA
06.2020 - 07.2023
Developed drink recipes and menus to meet customer preferences while optimizing profitability.
Negotiated purchase agreements with vendors to obtain best pricing on supplies.
procedures and payroll processing.
Coordinated with chefs on food pairings for cocktails or wine selections.
Assisted with planning special events such as wine tastings, whiskey tasting, cocktail parties, and Chefs tables.
Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Coached team members on customer service techniques and provided feedback on performance.
Bar Shift Lead
Jimmys Famous American Tavern
Brea, CA
05.2012 - 03.2020
Ensured bar staff are following company policies and procedures;.
Monitored cash handling practices and ensured compliance with financial regulations;.
Ensured all health and safety regulations were adhered to during shift operations;.
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Reorganized bar stations to streamline service flow.
Kitchen Manager
The Attic Bar & Restaurant
Long Beach, CA
07.2012 - 11.2016
Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.