Brittany Marston
Melissa
Summary
Dynamic manager and HR leader with extensive experience at Hal Smith Restaurant Group, excelling in employee relations and compliance management. Proven track record in onboarding and training over 100 staff, enhancing team performance and fostering a positive workplace culture. Skilled in records management and adept at maintaining confidentiality in sensitive operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Lupe Tortilla
Irving
01.2025 - Current
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff to uphold quality standards and enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the kitchen environment.
- Implement cost-control measures to minimize waste and optimize resource usage.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, and waste management to support budget management.
- Trained employees on job responsibilities, fostering a supportive environment for skill development.
Bar Mentor/Bartender/Key Shift Manager
Hal Smith Restaurant Group
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, staff scheduling, and ensured compliance with company policies and labor standards for team of up to 10 employees.
- Trained, mentored, and onboarded new hires, ensuring completion of required documentation and a smooth integration into the team.
- Mentored team members on procedures, compliance, and performance standards to foster an inclusive workplace culture.
- Recognized for strong communication, reliability, and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
- Collaborated with management on employee relations matters, upholding confidentiality and professionalism in all personnel interactions.
General Manager
Hal Smith Restaurant Group
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Oversaw HR functions for 30+ employee team, streamlining onboarding, compliance, and personnel documentation.
- Facilitated hiring and orientation processes, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies to support workforce readiness.
- Coordinated scheduling, labor reporting, and workforce planning to meet business demands.
- Managed personnel changes including terminations, promotions, and transfers.
- Managed personnel files, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records to support compliance audits.
- Conducted employee evaluations, verified payroll data, and maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Assisted with planning employee events, meetings, and training sessions.
Assistant Manager
Hal Smith Restaurant Group
10.2015 - 03.2020
- Oversaw onboarding and orientation for 100+ employees, ensuring compliance and smooth employee integration.
- Developed training schedules and coordinated new hire orientations to support retention and performance.
- Reviewed applications for hourly positions and conducted initial candidate interviews, contributing to a streamlined hiring process.
- Maintained employee files, scheduling, and personnel documentation, enhancing HR operational efficiency.
- Processed employee status changes and leaves, facilitating accurate communication with upper management.
- Supported compliance documentation and I-9 verification during hiring.
Education
BBA - Human Resource Management
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-2022
Skills
- Records management
- Applicant screening
- Onboarding coordination
- Compliance and audits
- Confidential document handling
- Employee relations
- Food safety management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- HR policy assistance
- Customer communication
- Scheduling and timekeeping
- Administrative coordination
Awards
- Employee of the Year, Hal Smith Restaurant Group-Louie's MWC [2024]
- Employee of the Quarter, Hal Smith Restaurant Group-Louie's MWC [Q1 2024]
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Lupe Tortilla
01.2025 - Current
Bar Mentor/Bartender/Key Shift Manager
Hal Smith Restaurant Group
04.2023 - 07.2025
General Manager
Hal Smith Restaurant Group
03.2020 - 07.2020
Assistant Manager
Hal Smith Restaurant Group
10.2015 - 03.2020
BBA - Human Resource Management
University of Central Oklahoma