Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Mo'bettahs
05.2022 - 05.2023
Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate events and promotions.
Formulated and implemented marketing strategies to increase sales and customer loyalty.
Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
Oversaw the daily running and operations of the store.
Manager
Chick-fil-A
08.2021 - 05.2022
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
Streamlined front of house operations to ensure optimal efficiency when completing orders.
Assisted kitchen with preparing orders.
Server
Olive Garden
08.2021 - 02.2022
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Seated customers in timely manner by managing reservations and waitlists skillfully.
Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
General Production Worker
Nestle
01.2020 - 08.2021
Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Team Member to General Manager
Cupbop
12.2018 - 02.2020
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions.
Arrived to work in uniform and presentable in appearance to meet restaurant standards.
Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
Used cash registers and calculators to prepare bills, accept payments and make change.
Trained new employees by demonstrating tasks and coaching during daily activities.
Used proper techniques to prepare food and ingredients.
Prepared food orders, cooking on grill and operating fry station.
Supported sales efforts by suggestively upselling food items and increasing check averages.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.