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Cynthia Bates

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Experienced Food and Beverage Manager/ successful at overseeing high-volume of golf tournaments. Skilled at successfully overseeing staffing and inventory management. Customer service-focused hospitality Beverage Director with strong expertise and content knowledge of beer, fine wines and spirits. Built career of 15 years of experience improving restaurant standards in providing quality beverages and service. Highly skilled in managing employees through entire hiring, training and scheduling areas.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Food and Beverage Manager/Banquet Manager

Bandit Golf Course
San Antonio, TX
04.2012 - 11.2022
  • Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of the proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Skillfully interacted with external vendors to obtain the best quality in pricing and product.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
  • Conducted timely performance evaluations for all front of house staff.
  • Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within the restaurant.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.

Food and Beverage Server

Marriott Hotel
San Antonio, TX
01.2010 - 04.2012
  • Greeted guests warmly to foster welcoming environment.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu options, specialties, and menu deviations to accurately relay information to guests.
  • Cleaned and set up tables to promptly seat guests and reduce wait times.

Food and Beverage Director

Northern Hills Golf Club & Banquet Center
San Antonio, TX
03.2005 - 03.2010
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Planned operations to effectively cover needs while controlling costs and maximizing service.
  • Worked with qualified chef to diversify menu with new offerings.
  • Maintained sound financial footing by overseeing department profit, loss and budgeting.

Food and Beverage Area Manager

City Of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
03.2000 - 04.2005

Was in charge of 6 golf courses

  • Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.

Education

No Degree -

Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
1975

Skills

  • Front of House Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Training and Onboarding
  • Back of House Management
  • Performance Improvement
  • Supply Ordering and Management
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • POS Terminal Operation

Accomplishments

  • During my time as the Food & Beverage Manager at the Bandit Golf Club I increase sales every year from 2012-2022

Timeline

Food and Beverage Manager/Banquet Manager

Bandit Golf Course
04.2012 - 11.2022

Food and Beverage Server

Marriott Hotel
01.2010 - 04.2012

Food and Beverage Director

Northern Hills Golf Club & Banquet Center
03.2005 - 03.2010

Food and Beverage Area Manager

City Of San Antonio
03.2000 - 04.2005

No Degree -

Southwest Texas State University
Cynthia Bates