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Manager
Lin Du

Lin Du

Manager
Thousand Oaks,CA

Summary

  • Results-driven operations and production management professional with extensive experience in the food and retail industries.
  • Proven ability to oversee manufacturing processes, manage teams, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
  • Skilled in inventory management, supplier coordination, and process optimization.
  • Bilingual in Mandarin and English, with strong leadership and problem-solving abilities to drive operational excellence.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Plant-Based Restaurant Consultant

Self-employed
09.2018 - 01.2022
  • Advised restaurant owners on operational improvements and efficiency in plant-based restaurant management
  • Trained kitchen and front-of-house staff on compliance, workflow optimization, and customer service
  • Implemented food safety protocols and ensured adherence to health regulations
  • Assisted in cost control strategies, inventory management, and supplier coordination to enhance profitability
  • Provided guidance on operational workflow, team structuring, and regulatory compliance

Restaurant Owner & Operating Manager

Green Vege Cafe
05.2013 - 10.2021
  • Managed daily restaurant kitchen operations, including inventory procurement, supplier coordination, and staff training
  • Ensured compliance with food safety and health regulations, maintaining high-quality food standards
  • Developed and implemented operational procedures to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction
  • Oversaw budgeting, cost control, and financial forecasting to maintain profitability
  • Led a team of kitchen and front-of-house staff, ensuring seamless workflow and high team morale
  • Under my leadership, the restaurant became a top-rated vegan dining establishment in the city

Retail Regional Manager

Rong Mei Hua Trading LLC
09.2006 - 08.2012
  • Supervised daily operations across multiple retail locations, ensuring high sales performance and customer satisfaction
  • Managed supply chain logistics, including vendor negotiations and inventory tracking
  • Led hiring, training, and performance evaluations of staff to enhance operational efficiency
  • Monitored sales trends and stock levels to optimize procurement and reduce waste
  • Implemented SOPs to standardize store operations and improve customer service quality

Education

Management Development Program -

The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Science

Dalian Maritime University
Dalian, Liaoning

Skills

Production & Operations Management

Certification

ServSafe Food Safety Certification

Timeline

Plant-Based Restaurant Consultant

Self-employed
09.2018 - 01.2022

Restaurant Owner & Operating Manager

Green Vege Cafe
05.2013 - 10.2021

Retail Regional Manager

Rong Mei Hua Trading LLC
09.2006 - 08.2012

Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Science

Dalian Maritime University

Management Development Program -

The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
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