Eliseo Rodriguez
TYLER,TX
Summary
Seasoned food service manager that complies with both regulations and safety protocols. Excellent customer service, team management, and day to day operations handling. As Owner Operator compliance and business relationships are essential. Fostering efficient client/business communication always displayed and enforced from hired drivers. With a wife and 4 kids, responsibility is a must; always bringing the same dedication to my work and personal life. Motivated worker and always ready for a challenge!
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Rodrigu3z Trucking
Tyler, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations of trucking logistics and route planning.
- Oversaw vehicle maintenance and repair schedules for fleet optimization.
- Coordinated with clients to ensure timely deliveries and service satisfaction.
- Developed relationships with clients to secure ongoing transportation contracts.
- Implemented cost-effective strategies for fuel management and route optimization.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
Kitchen/FOH Manager
Posados Cafe Inc.
Tyler, TX
03.2016 - Current
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Trained new kitchen team members on procedures and safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain supply levels and minimize waste.
- Developed menus in collaboration with culinary team for seasonal offerings.
- Implemented training programs to enhance cooking techniques and presentation skills.
- Collaborated with front-of-house teams to streamline food service during peak hours.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior cooks regarding recipe creation and presentation techniques.
- Managed daily front of house operations and staff scheduling.
- Trained and supervised team members in customer service best practices.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in dining areas.
- Coordinated dining room setup and cleanliness standards.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints efficiently.
- Scheduled staff shifts to meet operational needs.
- Developed training materials for new employees.
- Organized special events and promotional activities effectively.
- Managed day-to-day restaurant operations with focus on quality and meeting customer expectations.
- Directed front of house operations to deliver positive guest experiences through friendly service and attention to guest needs.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties such as setting up registers, counting money.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Provided support to servers when needed during busy periods or peak hours.
- Oversaw employee recruiting, hiring, performance management and discipline.
- Responsible for ordering supplies necessary for front-of-house operations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders.
Kitchen Manager
Studio Movie Grill
Tyler, TX
02.2018 - 07.2022
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure food quality and safety standards.
- Trained staff on food preparation and cooking techniques for consistency.
- Supervised inventory management to maintain stock levels and minimize waste.
- Trained new kitchen team members on procedures and safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain supply levels and minimize waste.
- Developed menus in collaboration with culinary team for seasonal offerings.
- Implemented training programs to enhance cooking techniques and presentation skills.
- Collaborated with front-of-house teams to streamline food service during peak hours.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX 08.2012 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Athens High School
Athens, TX05-2012
Skills
- Kitchen operations and management
- Menu development and recipe creation
- Inventory and cost control
- Food safety compliance
- Staff training and scheduling
- Customer service and relations
- Effective communication skills
- Team collaboration and problem solving
- Time management strategies
- Sanitation standards adherence
- Recruitment and hiring processes
- Guest relations management
- Customer feedback analysis
- Floor management techniques
- Vehicle maintenance and logistics
- Route planning and fuel efficiency
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Commercial drivers license
- Food manager certification
Affiliations
- Tyler Tabernacle Church
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Rodrigu3z Trucking
07.2022 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Studio Movie Grill
02.2018 - 07.2022
Kitchen/FOH Manager
Posados Cafe Inc.
03.2016 - Current
Associate of Arts - Accounting
The University of Texas At Tyler
08.2012 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Athens High School