Jason Tarantino
Norwalk,CT
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ambitious Food Service Manager with proven track record of creating successful food service operations, managing staff and increasing profits. Extensive experience in menu design, ordering supplies and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and natural knack for building relationships with customers. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Manager
Grade A Shoprite
07.2009 - Current
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Outperformed sales growth year over year for fifteen consecutive years.
- Reviewed and approved employee schedules and timesheets.
- Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and resolving conflicts effectively.
- Enhanced safety protocols for both employees and guests by adhering to strict food handling guidelines, ensuring proper storage of ingredients, and maintaining up-to-date certifications on equipment usage.
- Oversaw training of more than 18 team members.
- Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
- Improved team morale and reduced turnover by developing comprehensive training program for new hires.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
Team Leader
Stew Leonard's
06.1994 - 07.2009
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintaining high standards for all project outputs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Service Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI11.2000
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI11.1999
Associate of Science - Food Service Management
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT12.1997
Skills
- Team Development
- Customer Service
- Staff Supervision
- Cross-Training Staff
- Quality Control
- Inventory Management
- Problem-Solving
- Reliable and Responsible
- Safe Food Handling
- Employee Supervision
- ServSafe Food Manager
Certification
ServSafe Certification
Timeline
Food Service Manager
Grade A Shoprite
07.2009 - Current
Team Leader
Stew Leonard's
06.1994 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Food Service Management
Johnson & Wales University
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Associate of Science - Food Service Management
Norwalk Community College
ServSafe Certification
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