Carlos J. Castillo
Restaurant Manager
Edgewater,NJ
Summary
Experienced General Manager with a long-standing track record leading high-volume food and beverage operations across multiple locations. Skilled in cost control, budgeting, labor oversight, inventory management, and compliance with health and safety standards. Proven ability to manage large teams, coordinate event execution, and deliver exceptional guest service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager (Multi-Location)
Don Coqui Hospitality Group
02.2011 - Current
- Lead daily FOH and BOH operations across three high-volume restaurant and nightlife venues.
- Oversee full P&L; responsibility including budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and labor cost control.
- Hire, train, schedule, and mentor management teams and staff across all locations.
- Manage inventory, liquor ordering, vendor negotiations, and cost-control procedures.
- Ensure compliance with health department regulations, sanitation policies, and alcohol service laws.
- Execute large-scale events and peak-volume operations.
- NY & NJ
Manager
Virgil's BBQ
New York, USA
02.2008 - 02.2011
- Oversaw FOH and BOH operations in a high-volume restaurant.
- Managed inventory, ordering processes, and sanitation standards.
- Supported consistent sales growth through efficient operations.
- New York, NY
Maitre D'
Carmine's
New York, USA
05.2005 - 02.2008
- Directed guest flow, reservations, and high-volume seating operations.
- Ensured exceptional hospitality and service quality.
- New York, NY
Petty Officer 3rd Class
United States Navy
11.2000 - 02.2004
- Maintained naval aircraft and support equipment in high-pressure environments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - New York, NY
Katherine Gibbs School
New York, NY01.2005
Skills
- High-Volume Operations
- Cost Control & Budgeting
- Labor Management & Scheduling
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Vendor & Supplier Relations
- Inventory Management
- Event Execution
- Customer Service Excellence
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
Health department certificate
Timeline
General Manager (Multi-Location)
Don Coqui Hospitality Group
02.2011 - Current
Manager
Virgil's BBQ
02.2008 - 02.2011
Maitre D'
Carmine's
05.2005 - 02.2008
Petty Officer 3rd Class
United States Navy
11.2000 - 02.2004
Associate of Applied Science - New York, NY
Katherine Gibbs School