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Cynthya Guerrero

Cathedral City,CA

Summary

Dedicated, hardworking restaurant management professional with extensive daily planning and operations experience. Skilled in staff training and development. Highly proactive manager with 16 years of experience in team leadership in the food industry.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Manager

Jack In The Box
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional 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.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing and minimize overtime.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

JACK IN THE BOX
05.2017 - 12.2022
  • Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
  • Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
  • Managed team of up to [Number] restaurant staff, maintaining exceptional customer service and quality standards.
  • Monitored restaurant operations and adjusted schedules to meet peak customer demand.
  • Kept restaurant compliant with all federal, state, and local hygiene and food safety regulations.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss performance and address any issues.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Performed daily administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies, processing invoices and reconciling accounts.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.

TEAM LEADER

JACK IN THE BOX
02.2011 - 05.2017
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Promoted high standerds through personal example to help each member understand expected behavious and standards.
  • Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
  • Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
  • Managed leave requests and absences and arranged covers to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
  • Assisted in recruitment of new team members, hiring highest qualified to build team of top performers.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.

TEAM MEMBER

JACK IN THE BOX
08.2007 - 02.2011
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
  • Assisted customers in selecting merchandise best suited to needs.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Education

Associate of Arts - LIBERAL ARTS

COLLEGE OF THE DESERT
PALM DESERT, CA
05.2007

Skills

  • Food Service Background
  • Order Supplies
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Counting Money
  • Staff Scheduling

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

Jack In The Box
12.2022 - 06.2023

Assistant Restaurant Manager

JACK IN THE BOX
05.2017 - 12.2022

TEAM LEADER

JACK IN THE BOX
02.2011 - 05.2017

TEAM MEMBER

JACK IN THE BOX
08.2007 - 02.2011

Associate of Arts - LIBERAL ARTS

COLLEGE OF THE DESERT
Cynthya Guerrero