Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to enhance the dining experiences across the resort's restaurants
This includes creating and overseeing menus, setting dining standards, and planning promotions or special events
Operational Management: Oversee the daily operations of all resort restaurants
This involves managing staff, ensuring efficient service, and maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene
Financial Oversight: Manage budgets and financial performance for the restaurants
This includes monitoring costs, setting pricing strategies, and analyzing financial reports to ensure profitability
Staff Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage restaurant staff
Foster a positive working environment and provide ongoing training to ensure exceptional service
Guest Experience: Ensure that guests have memorable dining experiences by maintaining high standards of service, addressing any concerns or complaints, and implementing guest feedback to improve operations
Vendor and Supplier Relations: Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure the best quality ingredients and supplies are sourced efficiently.
Restaurant & Bar Manager
St Regis Bahia Beach Resort
Rio Grabde, Puerto Rico
07.2021 - 12.2024
Resolved customer complaints or concerns in a timely manner while maintaining composure under pressure.
Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer preferences as well as areas of improvement within the bar program.
Developed marketing strategies designed to increase revenue from beverage sales.
Conducted weekly inventory, placed orders for liquor and beer, and tracked stock levels to ensure adequate supply.
Monitored staff performance to ensure quality control was maintained at all times.
Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guests' needs, responding promptly to requests, greeting each guest warmly upon arrival.
Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.
F&B Director
Wyndham Garden at Palmas del Mar
Humacao
04.2019 - 07.2021
Manage seven outlets: Mahi Lobby Bar, Syrah Wine Bar, Oregano Restaurant, Marlin Pool Bar, Pomodoro Pizzeria
Responsible for the events and activities of the hotel
Inventory Control
Planning menus consultation with chefs
P&L Accountability
Banquets Events.
F&B Director
San Juan Water Beach Club Hotel
Isla Verde
12.2017 - 04.2019
Manage three outlets: Mist Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, Zest Grill & Senschi Suchi Bar
P&L Accountability
Inventory Control
Recruitment, development, and retention of staff.
Assistant F&B Director
Wyndham Garden at Palmas del Mar
Humacao
02.2013 - 09.2017
Manage four outlets: Amalgama Trattoria & Pizzeria, Room Service, Ginger Pool & Circles Bar
Manage a country Club & Beach Club Restaurant
Inventory Control
Founder of the Wine Club
Responsible to create wine tastings & events for the members.
F&B Manager
Gran Melia Puerto Rico
Rio Grande
01.2012 - 02.2013
Manage 800 covers for breakfast at Café Soleil Restaurant
Recruitment, development, and retention of staff.
F&B Assistant Manager
La Concha Renaissance Resort
Condado P.R.
01.2010 - 01.2012
Assisting in Solera that had 42 employees and is a multi-million revenue Restaurant
In Room Dining
Komakai ( Sushi Restaurant), Side Walk Café (Deli) and Voga (Breakfast and Dinner operation).
Catering Services & Wedding Manager
Opening of Gran Meliá Puerto Rico Resort & Villas
Río Grande
01.2007 - 01.2008
Responsible for effectively selling the public space, food and beverage and function planning services of the hotel to maximize revenues and profit for the hotel
Planning menus in consultation with chefs
Ensuring health and safety regulations are strictly observed
Monitoring the quality of the product and service provide.