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Esperanza Castillo

Sylmar,CA

Summary

People focused leader that has a history of developing and promoting new leaders from within the team. Highly focused on operational excellence and consistent execution the restaurant level. Hands on approach to leadership where I prefer to spend time in the restaurants working with teams. Expert level teaching and implementing restaurant systems and standards. Proven ability to deliver sales gains and financial results.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

District Manager

The Habit Burger Grill
12.2010 - 04.2024
  • Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
  • Tasked with opening the Bakersfield Market as a District Manager which included hiring, training and opening six new locations.
  • Highly focused on food quality and safety. Was awarded top market for Food Safety and Compliance.
  • Ranked in top three for District Manager of The Year for two years running.
  • Foodie Award for best looking burgers in the market.
  • Restaurant of The Quarter earned six times.
  • Best Cash Flow Through Award.
  • Experience with New Store Openings

General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
01.2005 - 12.2010
  • Managed all operations for the $2.8M unit.
  • Opened La Canada location ad a General Manager. Managed all hiring, training and operation aspect of the opening.
  • Delivered year to year sales growth of 5% or greater for my years at this location.


General Manager

Boston Market Restaurant
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Oversaw $3M Boston Market
  • Managed diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Skills

  • Training and Development
  • Food Safety
  • Operations Leadership
  • Leadership Development
  • New Restaurant Openings
  • Financial Management
  • Hourly Training Systems Oversight

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

District Manager

The Habit Burger Grill
12.2010 - 04.2024

General Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
01.2005 - 12.2010

General Manager

Boston Market Restaurant
01.2001 - 01.2005
Esperanza Castillo