Joel Thomas
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
I offer extensive knowledge in Food/Beverage/Management/Catering and Customer Service. I'm a certified CTEC with extensive knowledge in tax preparation and tax law. Fantastic with numbers, interpreting P&L sheets, and budgeting. My outgoing personality and can-do approach to any task makes me a valuable team member and ensures that each customer enjoys the best experience possible.
Professional food and beverage leader with comprehensive background in operational efficiency and service excellence. Known for fostering collaborative environments and consistently achieving high standards. Recognized ability to adapt to dynamic needs and drive team success through effective communication and problem-solving.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TAX PREPARER
THOMAS AND CO
11.2021 - Current
- The job entails working on both Individual and Corporate taxes, bookkeeping, and payroll.
- Client meetings with a focus on detail and accuracy.
- Working with the IRS and State tax boards to resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
GM
RICARDO'S BAR AND GRILL
10.2013 - 11.2021
- Leadership and team Management, hiring/staffing, training, and ordering.
- Menu development that caters to diverse taste and dietary requirements.
- Management of both front and back of house, and inventory.
- Budgeting, forecasting, cost control and revenue generation.
- Commitment to proving exceptional guest experiences and resolving customer complaints.
GM
CAFFE PORTOFINO
01.1999 - 06.2013
- Hiring/staffing, ordering Spirits/wines/beers, management of front of the house staff while overseeing kitchen operations with the chef, and inventory.
- Booking and large party events.
- Hiring entertainment.
- Everyday operations of the restaurant to ensure profitability, cost management and customer satisfaction.
Education
BA - SOCIOLOGY
Sonoma State
05.2001
AA - SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
SRJC
05.1994
Skills
- Food & wine pairing
- Alcohol and food safety training
- Responsible service of Alcohol standards
- Streamlined operations
- Team leadership
- Health & Hygiene Protocols
- Knowledge of food and safety regulations
- Maintaining tidy & Sanitary bar and restaurant areas
- Ability to defuse tense situations
- Extensive knowledge of drink recipes
- Extensive wine knowledge
- Menu development
Certification
CTEC Certified
CA Food Safety Certification
Responsible Beverage Service(RBS) Certified
Timeline
TAX PREPARER
THOMAS AND CO
11.2021 - Current
GM
RICARDO'S BAR AND GRILL
10.2013 - 11.2021
GM
CAFFE PORTOFINO
01.1999 - 06.2013
BA - SOCIOLOGY
Sonoma State
AA - SOCIOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE
SRJC
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