Dynamic Food and Beverage Manager with extensive experience at Bloomington Normal Marriott, excelling in profit analysis and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in inventory management and effective communication, driving sales growth and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food and Beverage Manager
Bloomington normal marriot
Normal
06.2024 - Current
I am in charge of the everyday flow of the breakfast area, restaurant / bar and the M club. This includes , profit sage, inventory, hiring, ordering , money management, leadership and computer skills.
Assistant General Manager
Logans Roadhouse
Normal
02.2024 - 07.2024
At Logan's I was in charge of prepping, kitchen, expo, front of the house, hiring, schedules and inventory.
I would Oversee daily operations and making key decisions for the company.
General Manager
Timmy T's
Kailua
01.2023 - 10.2023
Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
General Manager
Jimmy Johns
FL
08.2018 - 04.2020
I am responsible for opening the store daily using a slicer, making bread, cash handling, cleaning, restocking, catering, marketing, training and hiring and making large orders for the store weekly through sysco, Inventory as well overlooking the store five days out of the week.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training and schedules.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
Assistant
CDC Atsugi Base
07.2015 - 04.2017
I provided day to day care for children of the age 13 months to 24 months by monitoring their safety, designing, leading daily activities, and assisting them with all personal tasks.
I also cleaned, organized, consulted with parents daily, followed the correct guidelines.
Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
Salary: 12.00$ USD Per Year
Hours per week: 40
Supervisor: Mrs.Lina (0467 63 3524)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Head Waiter
Olive Garden
MD
05.2013 - 04.2015
Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
Uphold high standards of professionalism when dealing with customer issues, supporting serving staff and waiting on tables.
Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
Assigned work tasks and coordinated activities of dining room personnel to provide prompt and successful service to patrons.
Head Waiter
Double Tree Hotel and Conference Center
Bloomington
02.2008 - 09.2011
I was in charge of serving tables at a quick and steady pace.
Attending to my customers' needs by placing their food orders, serving, refills and busting tables I worked with computers and cash handling as well.
Responsible for breakfast area, employees, cleanliness, banquets, guest satisfaction, front and back of the house communication.
I supervised all customer service functions, large banquets up to 2500 people.
Responsible for other positions including servers, working with the wedding planners and kitchen staff.
Supervisor: Karen (1 301-862-3890)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Salary: 11.00 USD Per Year
Hours per week: 80
Server
Avantis Italian Resturant
Normal
04.2008 - 02.2010
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.