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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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AssistantManager

Jay Veals

Pilot
Marciopa,AZ

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Networking only

Desired Job Title

Assistant ManagerServer ManagerCertified Flight InstructorAviation Related

Work Type

Contract WorkGig WorkVolunteer

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Marciopa, AZ, USChandler, AZTempe, AZPhoenix, AZ
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

0/yr - 30000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs

Summary

Dynamic management professional with a proven track record in effective team leadership and operational oversight, consistently driving results through collaboration and adaptability to evolving demands. Expertise in conflict resolution, process improvement, and cultivating a positive work environment enhances team performance and morale. Strong background in strategic planning and problem-solving enables seamless navigation of dynamic environments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Recognized for reliability, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes that exceed expectations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager

Darden Restaurant Group
Phoenix, AZ
10.2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with company standards and policies.
  • Trained and mentored staff on service protocols and menu knowledge.
  • Coordinated inventory management, reducing waste through effective stock control methods.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Monitored inventory levels and identified needs for restocking to enhance product availability.

Server Manager

IHOP Restaurants LLCdurha
Maricopa, AZ
03.2022 - 01.2025
  • Managed high-volume dinner shifts, independently serving and cooking during 1-2k hour rushes while maintaining exceptional hospitality and operational efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored new team members, sharing best practices and stepping in to support performance under pressure.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety standards.
  • Performed calmly and efficiently in fast-paced, high-stakes scenarios, such as managing holiday shifts and addressing operational bottlenecks on the cookline.
  • Familiar with POS systems and proficient in adapting to new technologies to streamline order processing and guest interactions.
  • Provided exceptional service during high-volume shifts for over 3+ years, consistently maintaining professionalism and a guest-first approach.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability by arriving on time, presentable, and prepared to work every shift.

Education

Professional Flight

Arizona State University
Mesa, AZ
05-2027

Certificate of Technical Studies - Automated Industrial Technologies

CAVIT
Coolidge, AZ
05-2023

Skills

  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Customer service
  • Money handling
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Operations management
  • Sales reporting
  • Project management abilities

Accomplishments

Successfully earned my Private Pilot Certificate through dedicated training and hard work while flying out of Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport. I’ve stayed actively involved in the aviation community by helping around the airport and participating in local airshows. I also have ties to Alpha Kilo Aviation and am familiar with their operations, and I often volunteer with Windwalker Aviation Rentals in Tucson. I’m currently pursuing my Instrument Rating and am on track to become a Certified Flight Instructor by December 2026.

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Darden Restaurant Group
10.2025 - Current

Server Manager

IHOP Restaurants LLCdurha
03.2022 - 01.2025

Professional Flight

Arizona State University

Certificate of Technical Studies - Automated Industrial Technologies

CAVIT
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