Kevin Lau
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated Industry professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GM
Food Courts Of Nevada
09.2010 - Current
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
- Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement while recognizing outstanding achievements as well.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Enhanced guest experience by regularly reviewing feedback and implementing necessary improvements.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations through regular staff training sessions and facility inspections.
- Reduced staff turnover rate with effective leadership, open communication, and employee development opportunities.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to minimize waste and maintain optimal stock levels for seamless operation.
- Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
Education
History
Hong Kong College
Hong Kong 08.1989
Skills
- Operations Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Corporate Communications
- Labor Cost Controls
- Employee Development
- Workflow Planning
- Staff Training
- Consistently meet goals
- P&L Management
- Expense Control
- Sound Judgment
- Total Quality Management
- Motivation
- Employee Scheduling
- Team Player
- Leadership and team building
- Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Problem Resolution
Certification
Servesafe manager
Pizza Hut certified manager
Rubios coastal grill certified manager
Manchu Wok certified manager
Servsafe certified
Servsafe manager
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
GM
Food Courts Of Nevada
09.2010 - Current
History
Hong Kong College
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