Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Walk On's Sports Bistreaux
Little Rock, AR
03.2024 - Current
Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
Created daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
Ensured compliance with health department regulations by implementing proper sanitation procedures.
Reviewed orders from vendors to ensure accuracy and cost effectiveness.
Controlled labor costs through effective use of staff scheduling techniques.
Worked closely with purchasing manager to control food costs while maintaining product quality standards.
General Manager
Movie Tavern
New Orleans, LA
11.2016 - 03.2024
Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards pertaining to operations management.
Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
Supervised employees through planning, assignments and direction.
Recruited, trained and empowered employees to achieve key performance indicators.
General Manager
Twin Peaks Restaurants
Little Rock, AR
05.2013 - 03.2016
Developed service and sales strategies to improve retention and revenue.
Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
Maximized time and employee productivity, consolidating data, payroll and accounting programs into centralized systems.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Kitchen Manager
Applebees
Benton, AR
12.2009 - 03.2013
Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.