Arthur Uribe
Albuquerque
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Dave and Busters, Buca di Beppo, and Mimi's Cafe adept in operations planning and talent development. Enhanced team productivity and morale, achieving significant project efficiencies. Skilled in fostering teamwork and collaboration, with a knack for problem-solving and financial management. Reduced costs and optimized resources, demonstrating exceptional multitasking and communication abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager
Dave and Busters
07.2019 - 12.2024
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
- Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
- Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
- Managed budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
- Evaluated vendor offerings critically to select the most appropriate partners for delivering desired results at optimal costs.
- Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
- Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
Chef Partner
Buca Di Bepo
11.2015 - 03.2019
- Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in meal preparation.
- Spearheaded successful catering events, from intimate gatherings to large corporate parties.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen space, adhering to strict health department guidelines.
- Mentored junior chefs, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Reduced employee turnover rates by providing ongoing support, guidance, and opportunities for professional development within the kitchen team.
- Assisted management with budgeting responsibilities for the restaurant''s culinary department.
- Managed inventory control systems to reduce waste and maintain consistent ingredient availability.
- Implemented cost-saving measures in the kitchen while maintaining excellent food quality and presentation.
- Optimized workflow by implementing efficient cooking methods and organization strategies.
- Handled special dietary requests with care, ensuring all customers enjoyed their dining experience regardless of restrictions or preferences.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff on special events, resulting in memorable dining experiences for customers.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
Culinary Manager
Mimi's Cafe
01.2006 - 11.2015
- Implemented detailed recipe documentation procedures, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation across all dishes served.
- Optimized kitchen staffing levels to maintain a balance between efficient service delivery and cost management, reducing labor costs without compromising quality or guest satisfaction.
- Continuously refined culinary skills through ongoing professional development initiatives such as workshops, seminars, or industry conferences, staying current on best practices and emerging trends to drive continuous improvement within the restaurant operation.
- Mentored junior chefs and kitchen staff, facilitating professional growth through training sessions on cooking techniques and presentation skills.
- Maintained kitchen hardware and repaired tools or ordered equipment.
- Reduced food waste and costs with careful menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and portion control.
- Established a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among kitchen staff members, resulting in improved productivity and morale.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Education
GED -
TVI
Albuquerque, NMSkills
- Operations planning
- Talent development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking
- Performance tracking and evaluation
- Managing operations and efficiency
- Hiring and training
- Financial management
- Computer skills
Timeline
Senior Manager
Dave and Busters
07.2019 - 12.2024
Chef Partner
Buca Di Bepo
11.2015 - 03.2019
Culinary Manager
Mimi's Cafe
01.2006 - 11.2015
GED -
TVI