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John Maropoulos

River Grove,IL

Summary

Driven Shift Lead Manager with 25 years of experience executing daily operations. Multi-tasker with proven success managing facilities while accommodating and servicing customers. Successfully maintains appropriate standards and adheres to safety guidelines. Passionate Shift Lead Manager with hands-on experience managing day-to-day operations. Efficient professional with 25 years in restaurant industry improving service and facilities workflow. Effective communicator skilled at coordinating with team members. Skilled manager with 25 years of restaurant experience. Skilled at coordinating money transfers, paperwork and reports for fully compliant operations. Prepare and optimize schedules to meet expected guest levels. Experienced manager with over 25 years of experience in restaurant business. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. General Manager since October of 2021, and I've thrived in that environment

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dayshift Manager

Gene And Jude's
River Grove, IL
  • Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
  • Utilized interpersonal communication skills to enhance customer experience and add value to each interaction.
  • Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
  • Regularly checked building to confirm maintenance and cleaning met code and regulations.
  • Assisted management team in developing and creating welcoming atmosphere for crew members to voice complaints.
  • Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
  • Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront.
  • Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
  • Eliminated customer service issues by quickly resolving disputes and correcting problems.
  • Enforced safety rules and reported or remove safety hazards as well as underage, intoxicated or disruptive guests.

Owner/Operator

Marco's Beef
Chicago, IL
  • Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels Number%.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations, including accounting, finance, HR, marketing and public relations.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and Task.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
  • Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency and high-quality standards across Industry operations.
  • Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Monitored Type market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal Product or Service solutions.
  • Applied human resources expertise to optimize hiring, training and performance.
  • Managed Number employees by supervising daily tasks.
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Trained and motivated Number employees to perform daily business functions, including Task and Task.

Night Manager

Broadview Bowl
Broadview, IL
  • Addressed customer complaints and issues regarding service delivery.
  • Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals.
  • Performed customer needs assessments and coordinated resolutions with supply chain and quality teams.
  • Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff to keep expertise fresh and relevant.
  • Reduced workflow inconsistencies by recruiting and hiring capable staff members.

Manager

Marco's II
Westchester, IL
  • Hired, trained and mentored staff to maximize effectiveness.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
  • Demonstrated new products, procedures and techniques to employees.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Onboarded new employees, including training, mentoring and new hire documentation.

General Manager

Stardust Bowl
Addison, IL
10.2021 - Current

I oversee all aspects of the bowling center. Payroll management, hiring, events, internal matters, promoting business, managing employees as well as other managers

Education

Graduated - undefined

East Leyden High School
Franklin Park, IL

Didn't Complete - General Education

Triton College
River Grove, IL

Skills

  • Facilitated training sessions to enhance team skills Supported development of training materials to aid learning Assisted in organizing workshops to improve employee performance
  • Oversaw project management and execution to ensure timely delivery
  • Facilitated effective interpersonal communication to enhance team collaboration
  • Executed fundamental mathematical operations to support data analysis
  • Demonstrated active listening abilities to enhance communication effectiveness
  • Demonstrated empathy and understanding in interactions with individuals
  • Exhibited meticulous attention to detail in all tasks undertaken
  • Demonstrated exceptional work ethic through consistent dedication and reliability
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and issues to enhance satisfaction Provided support in resolving product-related concerns Facilitated communication between customers and service teams
  • Oversaw team operations to ensure productivity and efficiency
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in dynamic work environments

Timeline

General Manager

Stardust Bowl
10.2021 - Current

Dayshift Manager

Gene And Jude's

Owner/Operator

Marco's Beef

Night Manager

Broadview Bowl

Manager

Marco's II

Graduated - undefined

East Leyden High School

Didn't Complete - General Education

Triton College