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Frank Medina

Elizabeth,NJ

Summary

Resourceful professional in management operations known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless execution of business strategies and enhancement of team performance. Accomplished industry leader offering many years of management expertise including staff training and development, performance evaluation, and continuous improvement. Focused and efficient with proficiency in financial reporting and budget adherence. Demonstrated success in evaluating P&L to achieve targets. Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents. Service-oriented professional focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences to drive consistent revenue growth. Coordinates resources to meet expected business and customer demands. Sales expert, organized decision-maker and strategic planner with top-notch interpersonal and communication skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Bubbakoo"s Burritos
Union, New Jersey
09.2022 - 12.2024
  • Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
  • Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
  • Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
  • Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
  • Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
  • Developed marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness within target markets.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.

General Manager

wing it on
LINDEN, New Jersey
07.2018 - 07.2022
  • Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
  • Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
  • Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
  • Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
  • Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
  • Developed marketing strategies designed to increase brand awareness within target markets.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.

Line Cook

Red Cadillac Tacos & Tequila
Union, New Jersey
07.2014 - 08.2018
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
  • Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Cultivated original menu items, precisely executing them to periodically refresh meal portfolio.
  • Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Received and stored food and supplies.
  • Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
  • Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
  • Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
  • Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
  • Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Operated various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
  • Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Roselle Park
High School Roselle Park
03-2001

Skills

  • Sales
  • Profit and loss
  • Product development
  • Staff development
  • Sales planning and implementation
  • Supervision and training
  • Leader
  • Leadership

Accomplishments

WING IT ON

CHICKEN LIKE A CHAMP

in honor of your years of hard work being a key to the growth & success of wing it on

FRANK MEDINA

Inducted December 1 st,

Timeline

General Manager

Bubbakoo"s Burritos
09.2022 - 12.2024

General Manager

wing it on
07.2018 - 07.2022

Line Cook

Red Cadillac Tacos & Tequila
07.2014 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

Roselle Park
Frank Medina