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Education
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Charles Sommers

Derry

Summary

Results-driven professional with expertise in inventory management, team training, and budget control. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in fast-paced restaurant environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Asst. General Manager

Arby's Restaurants
Nashua
09.2022 - 05.2024

Facilitated daily operations of restaurant to ensure smooth functionality.
Managed staffing schedules, recruitment, and training processes for team enhancement.
Oversaw product ordering and inventory management to maintain stock levels.
Coordinated receiving and storage of products to optimize inventory flow.

General Manager

Popeye's Fried Chicken
Salem
11.2021 - 09.2022
  • Oversee complete operation of restaurant and ensure maintenance of all equipment.

F O H Manager

Golden Corral Buffet
Fayetteville
04.2018 - 03.2020

Responsible for guest relations and customer service. Setting server stations and end of shift side work. Manager in charge of closing the restaurant and reconciling all cash tills and sending nightly reports to main office.

  • Managed front-of-house operations during peak service hours.
  • Trained and supervised staff on customer service standards.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in dining areas.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved complaints promptly.

Assistant Manager

Pickelman's Gourmet Cafe
Rogers
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations to maintain safety standards.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service and menu knowledge, enhancing team capability and guest experience.
  • Managed inventory levels and placed orders for supplies as needed.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly, fostering customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Assistant Manager

Whataburger of East Texas
Mckinney
03.2012 - 11.2017
  • As assistant manager I supervised any shift I was assigned.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service and menu knowledge.
  • Managed inventory levels and placed orders for supplies.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.

Food Service Director

Boston Rescue Mission
Boston
08.2008 - 05.2011
  • Led daily operations of food service programs at Boston Rescue Mission, ensuring seamless meal service.
  • Supervised staff, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and service standards.
  • Developed menus in alignment with dietary needs of clients served by Boston Rescue Mission.
  • Trained and mentored team members on food safety and sanitation practices.
  • Partnered with community organizations to expand meal program offerings and improve outreach.
  • Directed budgeting processes for food service programs, maximizing resource allocation for better service delivery.
  • Ensured compliance with local health codes and other applicable regulations. Served 200 to 250 meals per day.

Education

Associate of Science - Computer Science And Diaognostics

Halmark Institute of Technolgy
San Antonio, TX

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Aurora, CO

Skills

  • Operations oversight
  • Inventory management
  • Operational planning
  • Budget control
  • Cost analysis
  • Cash handling
  • Vendor relations
  • Employee scheduling
  • Schedule management
  • Staff development
  • Customer management
  • Food safety

Certification

ServSafe Sexual Harassment Prevention for Restaurant Managers Certificate

Timeline

Asst. General Manager

Arby's Restaurants
09.2022 - 05.2024

General Manager

Popeye's Fried Chicken
11.2021 - 09.2022

F O H Manager

Golden Corral Buffet
04.2018 - 03.2020

Assistant Manager

Pickelman's Gourmet Cafe
02.2018 - 01.2020

Assistant Manager

Whataburger of East Texas
03.2012 - 11.2017

Food Service Director

Boston Rescue Mission
08.2008 - 05.2011

Associate of Science - Computer Science And Diaognostics

Halmark Institute of Technolgy

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Charles Sommers