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Carlos Abrego

Sacramento,CA

Summary

Dedicated business professional with 3+ years of experience in financial oversight, budgeting, and operational management. Fluent in English and Spanish with exceptional leadership and analytical problem-solving skills

Highly driven General Manager successful at implementing strategic approaches to drive profitability and sales. Recognized for performance excellence in operations and customer care. Successful at motivating, training and developing team members to drive profitability in highly competitive environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Zocalo University Village
Sacramento, USA
12.2024 - Current
  • Directed all financial operations for a high volume restaurant generating $7 million in annual revenue, including budgeting, revenue tracking, inventory variance analysis, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) management, and expense analysis to optimize gross margins and drive informed decision-making.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices, collecting payments, and resolving billing discrepancies to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions.
  • Developed a high-performing team of 70+ employees, implementing training programs and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Conducted comprehensive P&L reviews, identified cost-saving opportunities through expense analysis.
  • Utilized Toast POS to monitor sales data, forecast demand, analyze performance trends, and support decision making.
  • Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.

Kitchen/Bar Manager

Zocalo University Village
Sacramento, USA
11.2023 - 12.2024
  • Managed kitchen and bar operations, ensuring consistent food and beverage quality while upholding health, safety, and sanitation standards.
  • Managed inventory budgets, tracked food and beverage costs, and implemented waste control procedures to drive cost savings.
  • Handled purchasing and vendor management, including price negotiation, invoice reconciliation, and payment coordination.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, costs, and vendor transactions, contributing to financial reporting and budgeting planning.

External Manager

Zocalo Folsom
Sacramento, USA
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Managed catering and large-party events from clients through email, phone calls, and in person meetings.
  • Built partnerships with the community such as Sacramento State University and their sports, surrounding businesses teams to increase and drive revenue.
  • Maintained accurate records of contracts, expenses, and billing to support restaurant revenue.
  • Delivered performance reviews, feedback, and coaching to ensure and improve service.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.

Skills

  • Financial management
  • Inventory control
  • Customer relationship management
  • Cost analysis
  • Team building
  • Event coordination
  • Budget development
  • Effective communication
  • Data analysis
  • Succession planning
  • Business administration
  • Business development

References

Available upon request

Timeline

General Manager

Zocalo University Village
12.2024 - Current

Kitchen/Bar Manager

Zocalo University Village
11.2023 - 12.2024

External Manager

Zocalo Folsom
06.2023 - 11.2023

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