James Lara
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Results-driven Assistant General Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in operational management, team leadership, and strategic planning. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and positive workplace environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
St. Petersburg, Florida
10.2022 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily restaurant operations and ensured adherence to company standards.
- Resolved guest complaints efficiently to maintain a positive dining experience.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for employees to ensure quality standards were maintained.
- Fostered performance-oriented environment focused on promoting team collaboration, personal accountability and long-term business success.
- Prepared weekly schedules for staff members based on their availability.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for new stock as needed.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to communicate updates and improve teamwork.
- Provided training, guidance, and support to staff members on proper procedures and policies.
- Ensured that customer service standards were met or exceeded at all times.
Education
Houlton High School
Houlton, MEAssociate of Arts -
Remington College
Largo, FLSkills
- Staff management
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Performance evaluation
- Relationship building
- Scheduling optimization
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Leadership development
- Strategic planning
- Staff development
- Operations management
- Budgeting and cost control
- Sales forecasting
- Food safety and sanitation
- Process improvements
- Customer retention
Certification
- SSA certified
- SSF certified
Affiliations
- Drummer
- Devoted Farher
- Bowler
- Sports fan
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2022 - 12.2025
Houlton High School
Associate of Arts -
Remington College