David Latin
Westland,MI
Summary
Proven leader with extensive experience in optimizing operations and elevating customer satisfaction at Center Street Grille. Demonstrated expertise in inventory control and a passion for engaging customers, achieving significant improvements in efficiency and service quality. Skilled in team management and staff training, ensuring high-performance workplace environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Barrio Cocina Y Tequileria
Plymouth, MI
01.2025 - Current
- 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.
Restaurant Manager
Center Street Grille
Northville, MI
11.2022 - 12.2024
- 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.
Rental Coordinator
Alta Equipment Company
Livonia, MI
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Reduced downtimes by promptly addressing maintenance issues and coordinating repairs for rental equipment.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive database of client information to facilitate efficient communication and recordkeeping.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure accurate record-keeping and prevent potential shortages or overstock situations.
- Provided exceptional customer service by proactively addressing concerns and offering solutions to meet client needs.
Delivery Driver
UPS
Livonia, MI
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
CNC Machine Operator
Master Automatic
Plymouth, MI
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
- Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
- Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
Bartender
Garage Grill and Fuel Bar
Northville, MI
05.2017 - 10.2019
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Bartender
Mitchells Fish Market
Livonia, MI
11.2014 - 05.2017
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
Server
Haydens Grill And Bar
Canton, MI
10.2011 - 10.2014
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Education
Nursing
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MICanton High School
Canton, MISkills
- Team management
- Inventory control and record keeping
- Customer engagement
- Staff management
- Organization and prioritization
- Passion for customer satisfaction
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
Barrio Cocina Y Tequileria
01.2025 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Center Street Grille
11.2022 - 12.2024
Rental Coordinator
Alta Equipment Company
10.2020 - 07.2021
Delivery Driver
UPS
07.2020 - 09.2020
CNC Machine Operator
Master Automatic
09.2019 - 05.2020
Bartender
Garage Grill and Fuel Bar
05.2017 - 10.2019
Bartender
Mitchells Fish Market
11.2014 - 05.2017
Server
Haydens Grill And Bar
10.2011 - 10.2014
Nursing
Schoolcraft College
Canton High School