Caleb Carrasco
Entrepreneur/ Barber
Leander,TX
Summary
Results-oriented entrepreneur, driven to exceed expectations in all areas. Talent for taking on new challenges and inspiring team members to go above and beyond.
Business-savvy and successful at streamlining operations, maximizing profits and increasing market share. Proactive and forward-thinking decision maker. Driven student leveraging studies in anything I set my mind to, seeks real-world experience. Offers strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills.
Dedicated and professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Before I decided to go to barber school and open my own barber shop I was in the restaurant industry for 15 plus years and held several positions from; server, bar tender, manager, trainer, and GM in training. I have learned many skill sets while being in that industry from dealing with customers, over seeing hiring, training for the entire area of new hires, managing money, and working under pressure.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner/Licensed Barber
Mad Hatters
Burnet, Texas
08.2015 - Current
- Used clips and shears to complete various types of fades, shaves and cuts.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Shampooed, conditioned and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
- Oversaw all business operations and made strategic decisions.
- Answered incoming telephone calls and scheduled appointments for clients.
- Increased annual revenue year over year through effective customer service and inventory management.
- Completed full and partial shaves with clippers and standard and straight razors.
- Kept detailed records of customer information and services provided to increase return customers.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Completed in-home services for elderly clients unable to travel to salon.
- Maintained master calendar of appointments and employee shifts.
- Maintained regular client list and repeat customers while handling walk-in clients daily.
- Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Owner
Tejas Meat Supply
Georgetown, Texas
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Developed sales presentations and promotion initiatives to key accounts to drive product sales and increase brand awareness.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Improved records management systems for leases and contracts to boost renewals timeliness.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Founded and managed 2 business in first year.
Restaurant Manager
Iron Cactus
Austin, Texas
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies.
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Interacted positively with customers while promoting hotel facilities and services.
- Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Organized receptions, promotions and corporate luncheons.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Skillfully interacted with external vendors to obtain best quality in pricing and product.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
Restaurant Manager
Chilis's Bar And Grill
Round Rock , Texas
01.2008 - 06.2015
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richarte High School
2295 N Austin Ave Georgetown, Texas 78626 09.2003 - 05.2006
Barber License - Barbering
BeVelle Barber School
2015 Riverside Dr Austin, Texas 78741Skills
Strong leader
Timeline
Owner
Tejas Meat Supply
07.2019 - 12.2019
Owner/Licensed Barber
Mad Hatters
08.2015 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Iron Cactus
06.2013 - 08.2015
Restaurant Manager
Chilis's Bar And Grill
01.2008 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Richarte High School
09.2003 - 05.2006
Barber License - Barbering
BeVelle Barber School
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