Kevin Abuedo
New Milford,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Restaurant Manager with expertise in streamlining operations, enhancing customer engagement, and fostering team collaboration. Proven success in optimizing inventory management and implementing promotional strategies that drive sales growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Executive Assistant
Sterling Therapy
Lakewood, NJ
01.2022 - 2026
- Managed executive calendars, coordinating schedules and appointments for optimal time management.
- Assisted in event planning, managing logistics for corporate meetings and team-building activities.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Facilitated communication between departments, ensuring timely information exchange and collaboration.
- Organized and maintained confidential documents, adhering to privacy standards and regulations.
- Handled payroll processing tasks accurately while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines for timely payments.
- Coordinated international travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistics for executives attending global conferences.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
- Prepared reports and presentations, synthesizing data for executive review and decision-making support.
Restaurant Manager
Bbq Chicken
Manila, Philipppines
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Opening Manager
- Managed daily restaurant operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and customer service.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply chain efficiency.
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to enhance customer engagement and sales growth.
Commis Chef
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Dubai
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with hotel standards and recipes.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to changes in menu items and guest preferences.
Chef Intern
Sofitel Luxury Hotels
Krabi, Thailand
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted in preparation of pastry doughs and batters for various desserts.
- Collaborated with culinary team to design seasonal dessert menus.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pastry station and tools.
- Supported inventory management by assisting with ingredient sourcing.
- Executed plating and presentation of pastries for customer service staff.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food service during peak hours.
Chef Intern
Ritz-Carlton
Barcelona, ES
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Supported chefs in menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food service during peak hours.
- Maintained inventory records, monitoring stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
- Contributed to daily special preparations, enhancing customer satisfaction through creativity.
Skills
- Executive support
- Administrative support
- Office management
- Strong problem solver
Certification
WSET - Level 1
Timeline
Restaurant Manager
Bbq Chicken
07.2022 - 12.2023
Corporate Executive Assistant
Sterling Therapy
01.2022 - 2026
Commis Chef
IHG Hotels & Resorts
04.2021 - 07.2021
Chef Intern
Sofitel Luxury Hotels
12.2018 - 05.2019
Chef Intern
Ritz-Carlton
05.2016 - 11.2016