JOHAN GABAY
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
With 14 years of experience in the restaurant industry, my career began as a chef, honing culinary skills for six years. Transitioning to front-of-house roles as a server and bartender, I gained valuable customer service experience. As a General Manager for the past four years, I excelled in operations, team leadership, and delivering exceptional guest service. My passion for the restaurant industry fuels my drive to create unforgettable dining experiences. I am excited to bring my extensive background and enthusiasm to your restaurants.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
St Tropez Wine Bar
01.2020 - Current
- Lead the FOH team to welcome, advice, serve customers.
- Foster a warm, welcoming, and positive atmosphere for both guests and employees. Treating everyone by courtesy and respect.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures, manage restaurant operations during each shift, and identify and apply operational improvements
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards; enforce restaurant security procedures.
- Engage with guests to address inquiries, resolve issues, and manage complaints effectively.
- Recruit, interview, and hire team members; conduct performance reviews; enforce disciplinary actions; and provide motivation and training.
Server, Bartender
Felix Brasserie
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Welcome, advise and serve customer.
- Create cocktails menu based on vibes of the restaurant cost and ingredients.
Apprentice, Sous Chef, Chef
Petit Ours
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Learn the basics of a cook and grow up to end as Chef.
- Monthly/ Weekly inventory
- Create menu with seasonal ingredients.
- Manage and lead the team.
- Hiring, training staff to join the team
- Monthly employee's payroll
- Maintain a clean and safe kitchen.
Education
Pastry Chef -
CEFPPA ADRIEN ZELLER
01.2013
CAP Cuisine - Cook School
CEFPPA Adrien Zeller
Strasbourg, France08.2012
Skills
Staff Leadership and Development
Operational Management
Guest Relations and Service Excellence
Health and Safety Compliance
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Age
April 9 1994, FRANCE
Timeline
General Manager
St Tropez Wine Bar
01.2020 - Current
Server, Bartender
Felix Brasserie
01.2019 - 01.2020
Apprentice, Sous Chef, Chef
Petit Ours
01.2010 - 01.2019
Pastry Chef -
CEFPPA ADRIEN ZELLER
CAP Cuisine - Cook School
CEFPPA Adrien Zeller