Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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KARIM M. ABOUALIA

CLIFTON,NEW JERSEY

Summary

Dynamic and motivated professional with over ten years of quality and customer service skills. Demonstrated numerous skills in managing staff, finances, operating an establishment and maintaining high customer service performance. Experienced in maximizing sales among customers, managing two cafes simultaneously, increasing traffic through promotional endeavors. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and de-escalation skills. Exceptional interviewing skills for recruitment and training employees, assigning tasks, enforcing rules and regulations, conducting meetings, and maintaining inventory. Improved sales, revenue, and increased customer satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bread Preparation

Shami Restaurant
02.2023 - Current
  • Pre slice and flat the bread for the sandwiches

Assistant Manager

Zimi Bagel Café
03.2016 - Current
  • Make deposits and withdraws as necessary to maintain financial security and its assets
  • Train all new hires after recruitment on the essential elements of the Café including customer service, machine operations and food safety guidelines
  • Supervise shift by problem solving, addressing issues and implementing corporate policies through daily operations
  • Conduct staff meetings, reviewing staff assessments and evaluations and implementing changes to better customer service and employment satisfaction
  • Fulfill general supervision by identifying and correcting any issues, mitigating customer dissatisfaction, and maintaining stock of supplies
  • Coordinate employee schedules, processed time off, vacation requests, and resolve any staffing issues
  • Make hiring and firing decisions
  • Develop and maintain a staff that provided hospitable, professional service while adhering to policies and business initiative

Police officer Recruit

Paterson Police Department
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Academy Training
  • Report Writing
  • EMR Training
  • Use Of Force
  • Physical Training
  • EVOC Training
  • Resiliency
  • ICAT Training

Assistant Manager

Dennis Hot Bagels
01.2008 - 02.2016
  • Motivated leader to staff to constantly improve and exceed customer expectations
  • Assisted manager in scheduling, completing weekly payroll, and forecasting both weekly and monthly
  • Supported management team and general manager in their operational decisions
  • Ensure maintenance of proper cleanliness in all areas of the facility
  • Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with consumers and employees

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Berkeley College
Woodland Park, NJ

Skills

  • Problem-Solving skills and Detail-Oriented
  • Flexibility and Ability to Work in a Team Setting and Independently
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Municipal and Superior Court Judiciary Systems
  • Leadership and Management Skills
  • Knowledgeable of Health and Safety Regulations
  • Proficient in Financial Management Practices
  • Extensive knowledge of Quality Customer Service
  • Knowledge of Federal, State and Local Laws Governing Equal Employment Opportunity and Civil Rights, Occupational Safety and Health, and Wage and Hour Issues

Certification

CPR AND AED Certification

Timeline

Police officer Recruit

Paterson Police Department
04.2024 - 06.2024

Bread Preparation

Shami Restaurant
02.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

Zimi Bagel Café
03.2016 - Current

Assistant Manager

Dennis Hot Bagels
01.2008 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Berkeley College
KARIM M. ABOUALIA