Kenneth Barbera
Farmington Hills,MI
Summary
I'm looking to move away from the restaurant industry, and towards a new field. My experience has made me confident in my ability learn quickly, adapt and successfully accomplish what I put my mind to. I'm a hard working and dedicated individual who takes pride in my work. I work well as a team member. I am very coachable and love any opprtunity to grow my skills an broaden my understanding of whichever job i am doing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Uptown Grille
Commerce, MI
04.2015 - Current
- I worked directly with my team consistently, fully able to work any station as needed.
- Managed a team of 2-4 supervisors, 2-3 leads, and 30-40 team members directly.
- Collaborated with other department heads, to help guide the entire building, and all aspects of the operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed staff training programs, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Cafe Cook
Uptown Grille
Commerce, MI
04.2015 - Current
- I was primarily focused on learning and developing myself as a reliable team member.
- Prepared diverse menu items efficiently, ensuring quality and consistency.
Expo
Uptown Grille
Commerce, MI
04.2015 - Current
- Utilize my team-oriented work ethic to bring different sections of our kitchen together in a timely manner to put out the best possible food for our costumers.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI2015
Skills
- Ability to learn fast, and utilize new information
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Conflict resolution
- Schedule preparation
- Workforce management
- Negotiation
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Manager
Uptown Grille
04.2015 - Current
Cafe Cook
Uptown Grille
04.2015 - Current
Expo
Uptown Grille
04.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Western Michigan University