Francisco Duron
San Diego,CA
Summary
Operations and inventory management professional with 10+ years of experience overseeing high-volume operations, inventory control, purchasing, vendor relationships, cost analysis, scheduling, and process improvement. Strong analytical background using operational and financial data to identify trends, control costs, optimize inventory levels, improve workflow, and support business decisions. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration, supplier coordination, reporting, and developing data-driven strategies that improve efficiency and reduce waste. Seeking to transition extensive operations experience into a Logistics Analyst role.
Overview
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
North Italia
San Diego, California
02.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily operations in a high-volume environment, coordinating inventory, purchasing, staffing, workflow, quality, and financial performance.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate pricing while ensuring compliance with purchasing agreements and operational requirements.
- Managed inventory levels, purchasing activities, and ordering processes to ensure stock availability while controlling costs and minimizing waste.
- Monitored cost of goods and labor through inventory management, purchasing, scheduling, and financial reporting to enhance financial performance.
- Analyze financial and operational reports to identify trends, control expenses, and improve overall business performance.
- Use operational data to identify inefficiencies and implement workflow improvements that increase productivity.
- Manage invoicing, payroll, scheduling, operational logs, and end-of-period reporting with a high degree of accuracy.
- Coordinate with vendors and internal leadership to resolve supply and operational issues and maintain consistent product availability.
- Conduct regular inventory and facility checks to maintain quality, safety, and operational standards.
- Led and developed teams through performance evaluations, coaching, pre-shift meetings, and initiatives for continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate operational documentation and communicate performance trends and business needs to leadership
District Culinary Coach
California Pizza Kitchen
San Diego, California
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Developed and implemented training strategies that enhanced operational efficiency and strengthened team performance.
- Coached and mentored culinary leadership teams across multiple locations, enhancing operational performance and ensuring consistency.
- Analyzed operational performance and identified opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost control, and workflow.
- Collaborated with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify process gaps and implement solutions.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating operational practices and recommending actionable, data-driven improvements.
- Developed strong relationships with managers and team members to improve communication, accountability, and execution.
Senior Manager
California Pizza Kitchen
San Diego, California
05.2020 - 02.2025
- Managed daily operations, inventory, purchasing, staffing, workflow, quality control, and cost performance in a high-volume environment.
- Implemented data-driven ordering strategies to improve inventory flow and maintain appropriate product levels.
- Analyzed inventory data to optimize stock levels, reduce waste, and improve cost efficiency.
- Developed cost-reduction initiatives that minimized food waste and enhanced operational efficiency.
- Analyzed historical business data to forecast peak periods and optimize staffing and scheduling requirements.
- Used performance metrics to identify operational gaps and develop strategies to improve productivity.
- Improved scheduling processes by combining historical data with business demand patterns.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers and internal teams to ensure seamless inventory flow and address supply issues.
- Mentored employees and managers while promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
Olympian High School
San Diego, CA06-2015
Skills
- Logistics & Supply Chain Operations
- Inventory Management & Optimization
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Vendor & Supplier Management
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Cost Analysis & Cost Reduction
- Demand & Inventory Planning
- Process & Workflow Optimization
- Supply Chain Issue Resolution
- Operational Performance Analysis
- Forecasting & Scheduling
- Budget & P&L Management
- Quality Control
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Team Leadership & Training
- Strategic Planning
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Executive Chef
North Italia
02.2025 - Current
District Culinary Coach
California Pizza Kitchen
09.2022 - 02.2025
Senior Manager
California Pizza Kitchen
05.2020 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Olympian High School