Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Personal Information
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Luis Calle

Waterbury,CT

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Restaurant Manager

Red Lobster
03.2024 - Current

• Manage comprehensive daily service activities.

• Oversee monthly stock assessments.

• Led HOH meetings addressing concerns.

Restaurant Manager

TGI Fridays
02.2022 - 02.2024
  • Conducted weekly inventory checks for food, lbw and prepared detailed reports on labor, food cost and waste.
  • Executed daily open-up and shut-down procedures as per schedule.
  • Designed staff rosters for efficient operations within allotted budgets.
  • Performed daily evaluations to ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Oversaw procurement processes for all necessary restaurant materials.
  • Conducted recruitment and onboarding processes for restaurant staff.

Kitchen Manager

Calexico Carne Asada
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Created detailed prep schedules to avoid over-preparation by team.
  • Coordinated vendor orders based on requirements.
  • Ensured seamless operations through effective scheduling.
  • Ensured compliance with company's food and sauce quality guidelines.
  • Conducted regular briefings to update management and staff on shift logistics.
  • Monitored workplace operations to guarantee optimal working conditions.
  • Directed operations for 30-member team.
  • Proficient in Microsoft, Excel, Ctuit, Hotschedules and POS systems.

Sous Chef

Junior’s Cheesecake
05.2016 - 02.2019
  • Designed festive culinary options for Thanksgiving and Rosh Hashanah.
  • Optimized food costs through strategic ordering and regular line checks.
  • Managed workforce by mentoring employees and monitoring efficiency.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring timely and presentable food delivery.
  • Utilized Microsoft tools, Excel, POS systems, and software like HotSchedules and Ctuit effectively.
  • Supervise staff of 40 during assigned shifts.
  • Conducted comprehensive inspections to ensure full readiness for staff and guests.

Kitchen Manager

Tony Roma’s
07.2014 - 03.2016
  • Supervised daily operations across kitchen and occasionally in Front of the House.
  • Conducted weekly inventory to ensure accurate stock levels.
  • Ensured efficient delivery of food in adherence to restaurant expectations.
  • Coordinated rollout processes between Back of the House and Front of the House teams.
  • Performed daily line-checks to ensure compliance with cleanliness standards.
  • Expertly handled ordering food and restaurant supplies.
  • Lead group consisting of 20 employees.

Kitchen Supervisor

Hard Rock Café
03.2006 - 07.2014

• Manage comprehensive daily service activities.

• Oversee monthly stock assessments.

• Led HOH meetings addressing concerns.

Education

Associate -

GED

Skills

  • Restaurant management
  • Computer skills
  • Supervising experience
  • Restaurant experience
  • Hotel experience
  • Communication skills
  • Budgeting
  • Microsoft Word
  • Hospitality
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Writing skills
  • English
  • Microsoft Office
  • Organizational skills
  • Kitchen management
  • Cooking
  • Profit & loss
  • POS
  • Customer service
  • Cash register
  • Quality control
  • Documentation review
  • Bartending
  • Teaching

Certification

ServSafe

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

Red Lobster
03.2024 - Current

Restaurant Manager

TGI Fridays
02.2022 - 02.2024

Kitchen Manager

Calexico Carne Asada
02.2019 - 03.2020

Sous Chef

Junior’s Cheesecake
05.2016 - 02.2019

Kitchen Manager

Tony Roma’s
07.2014 - 03.2016

Kitchen Supervisor

Hard Rock Café
03.2006 - 07.2014
ServSafe

Associate -

GED
Luis Calle