Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Interests and Skills
Timeline
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Chandler Wigfall

Charleston,SC

Summary

Hardworking restaurant manager with several years overseeing high-traffic establishments. Talented at managing large, diverse teams of culinary and service personnel. Comfortable taking responsibility for everything from back-office operations to dining room performance.

Flexible and organized professional with several years of experience facilitating busy restaurant environment operation. Customer-driven and highly coordinated managerial staff with collaborative mindset and team orientation. Conscious innovator with consistent focus enhancing employee workplace satisfaction.

Professional with winning attitude and desire to deliver exceptional dining experience. Focused on setting high expectations and raising service standards. Keen to expand customer base through careful oversight and novel promotional methods.

Seasoned Restaurant Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in staff training, inventory management, and customer service excellence. Excel at leadership, communication, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and ensure guest satisfaction.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Restaurant Manager

Outback Steakhouse
Charleston, SC
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Managed day-to-day operations of restaurant, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory control.
  • Conducted weekly team meetings to discuss performance issues and provide feedback.
  • Implemented effective marketing campaigns to increase revenue and improve brand awareness.
  • Assisted with kitchen preparation during peak times as needed.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.

Server Assistant

Outback Steakhouse
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 05.2025
  • Participated in weekly meetings with management team to discuss operational goals.
  • Maintained cleanliness of dining area by wiping down tables after each seating.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly and professionally when needed.
  • Assisted servers with carrying food from kitchen to tables, refilling drinks, and clearing away dirty dishes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through friendly interactions with guests.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task by performing additional duties as assigned.

Server Trainer

Outback Steakhouse
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 04.2025
  • Facilitated group discussions about complex topics related to server systems.
  • Coached staff members on best practices for optimizing server performance levels.
  • Conducted hands-on workshops to demonstrate server features and functions to trainees.
  • Collaborated with other trainers to design innovative teaching strategies that engage learners more effectively.
  • Encouraged team collaboration among participants throughout the course duration.

Retail Sales Associate

CHAMPS
Charleston, SC
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
  • Demonstrated product features to customers.
  • Provided product information and answered customer questions.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
  • Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
  • Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.

Education

Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Computer Engineering

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
06-2026

High School Diploma -

R.B Stall High School
Charleston, SC
06-2024

Skills

  • Circuit design
  • Analog electronics
  • Microcontroller programming
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Customer engagement
  • Customer-oriented
  • Supervisory skills
  • Table management
  • Kitchen oversight
  • Analytical skills
  • Written communication
  • Excellent communication
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Employee training

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • OSHA Certified.
  • Certified in Computer Engineering.

Accomplishments

  • Leadership role within the restaurant industry and training new employees.
  • Recognition in college of being the student ambassador for the school.
  • Media Technology certificate from highschool
  • Honor roll 3x in highschool.

Affiliations

  • Volunteering or Community Service – Shows empathy, civic responsibility, and social involvement.
  • Artistic Pursuits (music, painting, writing) – Demonstrates creativity, self-expression, and commitment to personal growth.
  • Academic or Professional Clubs (e.g., debate, coding, business) – Highlights intellectual engagement and career development.
  • Mentorship or Tutoring – Emphasizes leadership, communication skills, and giving back.
  • Part-Time Work or Internships – Shows time management, responsibility, and real-world experience.
  • Personal Projects (blogging, podcasting, DIY) – Indicates initiative and diverse interests.
  • Mindfulness Practices (yoga, meditation) – Reflects emotional intelligence and self-care.
  • Learning New Skills (language, coding, cooking) – Suggests curiosity and a commitment to growth

References

References available upon request.

Interests and Skills

  • Interests:
  • Hospitality and guest satisfaction
  • Team leadership and staff development
  • Food and beverage trends
  • Upscale dining and menu design
  • Streamlining restaurant operations
  • Creating positive dining experiences
  • Staff motivation and workplace culture
  • Conflict resolution and service recovery
  • Efficiency in fast-paced environments
    Ongoing professional development in hospitality
  • Skills:
  • Restaurant Management:
  • Staff scheduling and labor cost control
    Inventory and supply chain management
    Health, safety, and sanitation compliance
    Budgeting and profit & loss analysis
    Opening/closing procedures and shift management
    Vendor negotiations and ordering
    POS system proficiency (e.g., Toast, Square, Aloha)
  • Server Training:
  • Onboarding and training new staff
  • Creating SOPs and service standards
  • Role-playing and hands-on training techniques
  • Performance evaluation and feedback delivery
  • Coaching on upselling and suggestive selling
  • Conflict management and guest interaction training
  • Promoting teamwork and service flow
  • Customer Service Experience:
  • Clear communication and active listening
  • Handling complaints with professionalism
  • Multitasking under pressure
  • Personalized service and guest recognition
  • Building rapport and repeat business
  • Time management and table rotation efficiency
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

Outback Steakhouse
08.2023 - 05.2025

Server Assistant

Outback Steakhouse
05.2023 - 05.2025

Server Trainer

Outback Steakhouse
05.2023 - 04.2025

Retail Sales Associate

CHAMPS
01.2023 - 04.2023

Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Computer Engineering

Trident Technical College

High School Diploma -

R.B Stall High School