Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Janice Washington

Jam Equities
Ankeny,IA
1
Certification
44
years of professional experience

Knowledgeable Restaurant Manager with solid history of managing restaurant operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Will provide the highest level of service to guests and create a pleasant work environment for employees. Proven track record of optimizing workflow and improving staff performance through effective training and leadership. Demonstrated ability to manage inventory and labor to maximize profits. In addition, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Work History

Restaurant Manager

2 Years 3 Months
Jam Equities | 03.2024 - 06.2026
  • Oversaw daily restaurant operations, ensuring high standards of service and quality.
  • Managed staff scheduling, optimizing labor resources for peak periods.
  • Implemented training programs to enhance team performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure inventory availability.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
  • Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
  • Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
  • Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
  • Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.

Assistant Manager

10 Months
Five Guys | 04.2023 - 02.2024
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and customer service excellence.
  • Trained and mentored staff on best practices for food preparation and safety protocols.
  • Implemented efficient workflow processes, enhancing team productivity and service speed.
  • Coordinated inventory management, reducing waste through effective stock control measures.

General Manager

34 Years 7 Months
SRG PLK OPCO LLC Dba Popeyes #5319 | 08.1988 - 03.2023
  • Interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Set clear expectations and created positive working environment for all.
  • Training and coaching of employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
  • Emphasis on cross-training and adequate staff to minimize overtime.
  • Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Effectively managed paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
  • Identified problems, conducted troubleshooting and sought repair or maintenance support to keep restaurant equipment operational.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Minimize inventory loss to maximize profits.

Team Member

5 Years 4 Months
Mr. Cook | 01.1982 - 05.1987
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Kept work areas clean and organized

Education

No Degree - Accounting

University of Southwestern Louisiana | Lafayette, LA | 05-2025

Classified as a Junior

High School Diploma

Acadiana High School | Lafayette, LA | 05-1985

Skills

Communication Skills
Training and Development
Weekly Inventory
Staff Scheduling/Management
Profit and Loss Control
Food Safety and Sanitation
Supply Ordering and Management
Delegating Assignments and Tasks
Labor and Food Cost Control
Customer Engagement/Satisfaction
Team Management
Inventory Control and Record Keeping

Certification

I am ServSafe certified.

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

Jam Equities
03.2024 - 06.2026Read More

Assistant Manager

Five Guys
04.2023 - 02.2024Read More

General Manager

SRG PLK OPCO LLC Dba Popeyes #5319
08.1988 - 03.2023Read More

Team Member

Mr. Cook
01.1982 - 05.1987Read More

Acadiana High School

High School Diploma
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University of Southwestern Louisiana

No Degree from Accounting
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Janice Washington