Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Manager
Caribbean Patty World Bar & Grill
09.2018 - Current
Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.
Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Assistant Manager
Family Delights
01.2013 - 08.2018
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Store Manager
Paradise Hair World
01.2007 - 12.2012
Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Education
High School Diploma -
Union Endicott High School
Endicott, NY
06-2006
Skills
Team collaboration
Cash handling
POS system proficiency
Menu development
Team leadership
Customer service
Time management
Health codes compliance
Timeline
Bar Manager
Caribbean Patty World Bar & Grill
09.2018 - Current
Assistant Manager
Family Delights
01.2013 - 08.2018
Store Manager
Paradise Hair World
01.2007 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
Union Endicott High School
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