Damita Chakrabarty
Newcastle,WA
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in culinary operations and team leadership. Skilled in menu innovation, operational oversight, and enforcing quality standards. Dedicated to fostering high-performing teams and maximizing profitability through strategic cost management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
FOH Manager
Cheesecake Factory Inc
Bellevue, Washington
06.2024 - Current
- Manage and direct a workforce of 68 employees in my division, with operational oversight of 75 employees each shift."
- Provided strategic leadership for culinary operations, aligning teams, menu innovation, and service standards with overall business objectives.
- Partnered with executive leadership to drive revenue growth, operational efficiency, and brand excellence.
- Oversaw procurement, inventory, and vendor relations to ensure cost control and quality consistency.
- Led workforce planning and training initiatives, fostering high-performing, guest-focused teams.
- Implemented financial and performance metrics to monitor profitability, optimize labor, and enhance productivity.
- Championed menu development and customer experience enhancements that increased satisfaction and loyalty.
- Ensured full compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards while maintaining top operational performance.
FOH Manager
Spaghetti Factory
Tukwila, Washington
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Resolved operational issues and customer concerns with professionalism and efficiency, maintaining a positive reputation for service excellence.
- Monitored all aspects of restaurant performance to ensure adherence to company standards in food quality, presentation, and service delivery.
- Implemented effective supervisory practices and comprehensive staff training programs to minimize loss, enhance productivity, and ensure equipment care.
- Assigned duties and provided leadership to employees to maintain strict compliance with food safety regulations and quality assurance guidelines.
- Maximized profitability by strategically managing food, beverage, and labor costs through consistent analysis and process optimization.
Lead Line Cook
Eurest Compass Group
Redmond, Washington
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Prepared and executed various entrees and menu items.
- Ensured proper presentation, standard portion control, and maintenance of proper serving temperatures.
- Followed HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety.
- Assisted Sous Chef in maintaining accurate daily production records and completing all required documentation, reports, and logs as assigned.
- Planned menu.
- Ordered products from approved sources or purveyors.
- Responded to customer complaints in person and resolving issues with excellent customer service.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Management
The Art Institute Seattle
Seattle, WA06-2014
Skills
Team Leadership Staff Scheduling & Training Customer Service Excellence Cost Control & Budgeting Inventory & Vendor Management Food Safety Compliance Conflict Resolution P&L Management Process Improvement Effective Communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
Manager of the Quarter Q1-2025
Military Experince
United States Navy- E3 (SN)
2001-2004
Timeline
FOH Manager
Cheesecake Factory Inc
06.2024 - Current
FOH Manager
Spaghetti Factory
09.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Line Cook
Eurest Compass Group
04.2012 - 04.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Management
The Art Institute Seattle