JOSE SANTACRUZ
Grandy,NC
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Manager with proven expertise in managing culinary operations, enhancing team performance, and ensuring quality control.
Overview
3
3
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Bad Bean Taqueria
4146 N Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Managed night shift culinary operations and supervised team performance across prep, service, and closing duties.
- Performed daily inventory audits and coordinated prep station setup to support efficient night shift readiness.
- Produced high-volume menu items and monitored quality control, food safety, and plating consistency.
- Designed weekly sanitation schedules for prep, hot table, and dishwashing areas while improving layout efficiency.
- Made key decisions during night shift operations to resolve issues quickly and maintain team accountability.
Assistant Manager
Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar
3730 N Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949, NC
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted in managing daily operations and ensuring smooth restaurant workflow.
- Trained new employees on customer service standards and food safety protocols.
- Supported marketing efforts by promoting specials and events through social media.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain quality control of food presentation.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages. - Education
State Guayaquil University
Ecuador01-2021
Skills
- Managing culinary operations
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Food safety compliance
- Staff supervision
- Customer service management
Languages
English
Limited
Spanish
Professional
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Bad Bean Taqueria
08.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Barefoot Bernie's Tropical Grill & Bar
06.2021 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages. - Education
State Guayaquil University