Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Software
Timeline
Bartender
Jesse Haven

Jesse Haven

Pompano Beach,FL

Summary

Proven leader in hospitality management with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and retention at Baresco (BRG). Skilled in operations management and employee relations, demonstrated by efficiently resolving patron issues and fostering a positive team environment. Excelled in financial reporting and staff management, significantly contributing to business development and operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager

Baresco (BRG)
05.2024 - Current
  • Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
  • Pitched in to help host, waitstaff, and bussers during exceptionally busy times such as dinner hour.
  • Performed daily administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies, processing invoices and reconciling accounts.
  • Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Monitored restaurant operations and adjusted schedules to meet peak customer demand.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.

FOH Manager

Baresco (BRG)
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.

FOH Manager

Beach House Pompano (BRG)
10.2021 - 04.2023
  • Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
  • Addressed guest concerns and resolved all issues to guests' satisfaction.
  • Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.

Head Server

Beach House Pompano (BRG)
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Modeled strategies to wait staff for delivering exceptional and friendly service to every guest, every time.
  • Trained new staff on restaurant operations and policies to strengthen performance.
  • Trained staff members on use of POS system.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.

Server

Bobby Rubinos
06.2017 - 01.2019
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.

Server Assistant

Bobby Rubinos
05.2015 - 06.2017
  • Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Assisted with dining room set up prior to and after service period.
  • Refilled drinks and condiments and restocked serving areas to minimize delays.

Education

No Degree - Exercise Science

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL

Skills

  • Workflow Coordination
  • Operations Management
  • Business operations knowledge
  • Business Development
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Employee Relations
  • Financial Reporting
  • Budget Control
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Menu development
  • Inventory Control
  • Customer Retention
  • Staff Management

Software

Toast POS

Microsoft Excel

Timeline

Assistant General Manager

Baresco (BRG)
05.2024 - Current

FOH Manager

Baresco (BRG)
04.2023 - 05.2024

FOH Manager

Beach House Pompano (BRG)
10.2021 - 04.2023

Head Server

Beach House Pompano (BRG)
01.2019 - 10.2021

Server

Bobby Rubinos
06.2017 - 01.2019

Server Assistant

Bobby Rubinos
05.2015 - 06.2017

No Degree - Exercise Science

Florida Atlantic University
Jesse Haven