Carina Janette Gallo
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Restaurant Operations Manager with expertise in daily business functions, including budgeting, staffing, and inventory control. Led teams to ensure compliance with food safety standards and maintain high service quality. Resolved customer concerns and staff issues through effective communication. Skilled in labor scheduling and cash handling, enhancing store management.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier/Cook
Tacompadres Taqueria
San Tan Valley, Az
04.2023 - Current
- Operated POS system and handled cash drawer transactions at taqueria front counter.
- Prepared tacos, burritos, salsas, and sides following Tacompadres Taqueria recipes.
- Cooked meats, vegetables, and tortillas on grill and stovetop equipment.
- Restocked ingredients, condiments, and packaging for busy service periods.
- Greeted customers and provided friendly customer service.
General Manager
Cafe Rio Mexican Grill
San Tan Valley, AZ
01.2015 - 03.2022
- Directed daily restaurant operations at Café Rio Mexican Grill, ensuring consistent service standards.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Managed labor, inventory, and ordering to support store readiness and supply flow.
- Led hiring, training, and scheduling for front-line and kitchen team members.
- Monitored food safety, cleanliness, and compliance with Cafe Rio Mexican Grill procedures.
- Resolved guest concerns and staff issues with calm, professional communication.
Assistant Manager
Panda Express
San Tan Valley, Az
10.2011 - 03.2015
- Supervised Panda Express front-of-house and kitchen teams during daily service.
- Trained associates on Panda Express service standards and food safety procedures.
- Scheduled staff coverage for peak shifts and store operations.
- Monitored cash handling and deposit preparation for Panda Express registers.
- Resolved guest concerns using Panda Express hospitality guidelines.
- Enforced cleanliness and sanitation standards across dining and prep areas.
Education
San Tan Foothills High School
San Tan Valley, AZSkills
- Restaurant operations
- Budget management
- Inventory control
- Labor scheduling
- Labor cost controls
- Food safety compliance
- Cash handling
- Sales
- Team leadership
- Staff supervision
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Leadership
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Servsafe
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cashier/Cook
Tacompadres Taqueria
04.2023 - Current
General Manager
Cafe Rio Mexican Grill
01.2015 - 03.2022
Assistant Manager
Panda Express
10.2011 - 03.2015
San Tan Foothills High School