Anton Stritar
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Analytical, innovative, and motivated professional with experience and education in project management, business analysis, complex problem solving, troubleshooting, and operations oversight in fast paced and challenging environments. Diverse analytical skills, team collaboration, and training. Consummate professional, and motivated leader, with solid interpersonal abilities and complex problem-solving skills. Effective and proven track record of critical thinking, idea generation, analytical skills, and efficiency optimization.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Black Stallion Steak House
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Supported needs of [Number]- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for [Type] restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
General Manager
MCDONALD'S
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed adiverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Server Supervisor
CITY WORKS
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Oversee comprehensive closing duties including inventory control and restocking items as needed
- Handle cash and credit card drawer balancing at the end of shift to streamline operations
- Collaborate with a talented team to keep communications consistent with regard to special requests and customer dietary needs
- Effectively managed opening and closing checklists including safeguarding alcohol, and polishing silverware as needed
- Ensure proper food preparation including food safety, presentation, and communication of seasonal menu options
- Provide world class customer and client service in a professional and courteous manner.
Server
MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with a talented kitchen and leadership team to streamline operations and drive comprehensive communications
- Effectively recommended daily specials, wine selections, and desserts to drive business growth and positive revenue
- Served as a key partner and stakeholder to efficiently serve food and beverages to a diverse client base
- Worked directly with chefs and kitchen staff to communicate alternative selections for guests with allergies
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for all patrons as needed.
Server Trainer
BUCA DI BEPPO
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Trained and mentored a talented server staff on seasonal menu options, memorization strategies, and conveying information in a positive manner
- Assisted in planning and organizing special events, functions, and banquet through setting up and tearing down tables, chairs, and decorations
- Provided customers and patrons an enhanced experience through implementation of comprehensive policies and procedures
- Worked directly with a diverse management team to drive operations, business growth, and providing positive experiences for all patrons.
Owner
PAINTING and RESTORATION
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Built and sustained a profitable painting and restoration business including all marketing, financial operations, and customer service
- Ensured comprehensive routine and day to day operations oversight managing a wide array of projects from scope creation through completion
- Utilized proven knowledge of wood and ceramic flooring installation and drywall removal and installation
- Worked directly with a diverse client base to restore damaged properties and ensure safe operations for all parties.
Owner / Operator
QUIZNO’S CLASSIC SUBS
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Select a location for the business to achieve maximum visibility and traffic counts
- Select a contractor through a bid process
Education
Bachelor of Science in Political Science - Emphasis On Communications And History
ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
Normal, ILSkills
Relationship Building
- Profit & Loss
- Complex Problem Solver
- Critical Thinking
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Strong Work Ethic
Websites
Timeline
Server
Black Stallion Steak House
10.2023 - 04.2024
Server Supervisor
CITY WORKS
01.2019 - 05.2022
Server
MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY
01.2016 - 01.2019
Server Trainer
BUCA DI BEPPO
01.2011 - 01.2018
Owner
PAINTING and RESTORATION
01.2005 - 01.2010
General Manager
MCDONALD'S
Owner / Operator
QUIZNO’S CLASSIC SUBS
Bachelor of Science in Political Science - Emphasis On Communications And History
ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY
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