Driven leader focused on enhancing guest satisfaction, optimizing operations, and fostering team excellence to achieve organizational success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Goddess and the Baker
Chicago, Illinois
01.2024 - Current
Guest Experience Leadership: Prioritize guest satisfaction through hands-on engagement, including table touches, cultivating regulars, and ensuring service excellence.
Operational Oversight: Assist in planning, directing, and maintaining daily restaurant operations, ensuring compliance with company standards.
Team Development: Train, motivate, and manage staff to uphold service quality and productivity.
Cost Management: Monitor labor and inventory costs, optimize budgets, and ensure profitability.
Catering and Event Coordination: Oversee catering orders and client satisfaction, managing logistics and communications.
Facility and Quality Control: Maintain a clean, functional, and welcoming environment, supervising adherence to quality and safety standards.
General Manager
8Hospitality (Hubbard Inn)
03.2022 - 08.2023
Develop and implement strategic plans and business initiatives to drive growth and profitability
Manage and mentor a team of employees, providing guidance and support to ensure high levels of productivity and engagement
Oversee day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring systems and policies are in place to optimize efficiency and quality
Cultivate strong relationships with clients, vendors, and key stakeholders to drive business success
Analyze financial statements and business metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimize performance
Develop and manage budgets, allocating resources and expenses in alignment with strategic priorities
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to ensure ongoing innovation and competitive advantage
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
Manage risk and ensure business continuity through effective planning and execution
Foster a positive company culture that values collaboration, innovation, and accountability
FOH Manager
Nuovo (Italian Kosher Fine Dining)
Lincolnwood, USA
01.2020 - 01.2022
Managed sales and staffing strategies to increase profitability and staff retention
Developed new programs to contribute to the profits and success of the business
Trained staff to implement new initiatives and upgrades to service
Responsible for customer satisfaction and resolution of any issues that may arise
Contributed to weekly meetings with management and principles
Ensured that every customer had an exceptional experience
Event planning: wine and beer tastings, bat mitzvahs, weddings
Coordinated private events for various companies
Counted inventory thoroughly with bar backs and bar managers
Ability to multitask and work well in fast paced environments
First point of contact for staff to ensure a positive work environment
FOH Manager
Old Grounds Social
Lincoln Park, USA
01.2018 - 01.2019
Handled any customer complaints and provided exceptional service recovery
Responsible for customer satisfaction and resolution of any issues that may arise
Trained staff to implement new initiatives and upgrades to service
Always looked for areas of concerns and brainstormed ideas with Management Team
Education
Certificate of Completion -
Chicago Real Estate School
01.2017
International Business, Marketing
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL
01.2017
Skills
Training and development skill
Strategic planning skill
Team leadership strength
Business operations background
Budgeting and cost control
Food safety and sanitation
References
Available upon Request
Licensesandproficiencies
Illinois Real Estate License, 01/01/18 - Present
Conversational Spanish
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word)
Affiliations
Co-founded the Entrepreneurship Club at Lewis University.
Volunteered at Melody Mart's Summer Music Camp for kids.
Volunteer at a Soup Kitchen in West Town to help feed people in distress.