Enthusiastic and driven candidate with proven experience in fast-paced restaurant settings. Committed to providing friendly and professional service to customers to maintain consistent revenue.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
FOH/Bar Manager
Zim Zari
01.2023 - Current
Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shifts, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain a talented team.
Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
Insurance Broker
BIG
05.2022 - 01.2023
Calculated quotes and educated potential clients on insurance options.
Recommended type and amount of coverage based on analysis of customers' circumstances using persuasive sales techniques.
Met with prospective customers and business owners in homes, businesses, and other settings.
Analyzed sales volume, retention, and loss ratio trends to identify areas for improvement.
Increased sales by fostering relationships with customers, implementing business strategies, and suggesting areas for improvement.
Team Manager
Panera Bread
10.2017 - 04.2022
Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.
Cultivated positive, productive team environments, resolving conflicts quickly.
Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Background in food cost and waste management
Skilled at problem-solving and conflict resolution, and able to help encourage teamwork
Goal-oriented, hands-on learner, with proven leadership, coaching, employee development, and communication that is attentive to details
Participated in recruiting and interviews for new staff
Maintained restaurant inventory and food safety
Responsible for forecasting and ordering all paper products and menu items inclusive of extensive catering