Cynthia Garrasteguy
Fern Park
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Restaurant Manager at Jersey Girl Coffee, Bagel & Grill. Proven expertise in team management and inventory control, enhancing guest experiences through proactive customer engagement. Recognized for implementing effective staff training programs and achieving operational excellence while maintaining accurate financial records.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Jersey Girl Coffee, Bagel & Grill
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement while recognizing outstanding achievements as well.
- Enhanced guest experience by regularly reviewing feedback and implementing necessary improvements.
Title Specialist
Wyndham Vacation Ownership
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Reduced title discrepancies by proactively researching and resolving any potential issues in advance.
- Conducted thorough public record searches to verify property ownership history and identify potential liens or encumbrances.
- Enhanced document accuracy by meticulously reviewing and verifying titles for correctness.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant laws and guidelines related to title management.
- Ensured timely processing of title applications by efficiently managing a high volume of daily tasks.
VPK Teacher
Kid City USA
10.2016 - 02.2021
- Supported diverse learners by differentiating instruction based on individual needs and learning styles.
- Promoted literacy skills among students with engaging reading materials tailored to their interests and abilities.
- Contributed to school-wide improvement initiatives by participating in professional development workshops and implementing new teaching techniques.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Strengthened student emotional growth by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily routines and lessons.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Office Manager
La Patronas Inc.
01.2016 - 02.2021
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Howell High School
Winter Park, FL05.2015
Skills
- Team management
- Inventory control and record keeping
- Customer engagement
- Staff management
- Team player
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
Jersey Girl Coffee, Bagel & Grill
05.2023 - 04.2025
Title Specialist
Wyndham Vacation Ownership
01.2021 - 01.2022
VPK Teacher
Kid City USA
10.2016 - 02.2021
Office Manager
La Patronas Inc.
01.2016 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Lake Howell High School
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